What Infrastructure Should I Look Out for Before Buying Land?

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For many Nigerians — especially those in the diaspora — buying land is more than a transaction. It’s a commitment to home. But if you buy land without infrastructure, you may be committing to stress, delays, and unexpected costs.

So, what infrastructure should you check before paying for any plot of land? And how does a development like Awele Estate in Anambra make those checks easier — and more reliable?

Here’s your definitive guide to what matters most before you sign that agreement.

1. Road Access (Within and Outside the Estate)

A land without access isn’t land. It’s an island.

Before buying:

  • Ask how wide the estate roads are
  • Confirm they connect to a motorable public road
  • Look for drainage to prevent water-logging

At Awele, internal roads are already under construction, with mapped layouts connecting all plots to the main estate boulevard. The estate connects directly to the Amawbia–Enugwu Agidi growth axis, one of the most promising development routes in Awka.

As Vanguard noted, it’s not just the land that appreciates — it’s the access points that unlock it (Vanguard).

2. Power Supply Plan

Don’t just ask “is there electricity?” Ask:

  • Is there a plan for 24/7 power?
  • Are the cables underground or exposed?
  • Will I need my own transformer?

Awele features:

  • Underground cabling
  • Hybrid solar plans for key zones
  • Estate-wide 24/7 power delivery as part of its masterplan

3. Water Supply Infrastructure

A borehole is not a water system. And asking homeowners to dig their own is a red flag.

Awele is designed with:

  • Central water distribution
  • Underground piping to each plot
  • Water harvesting features under development

This ensures a clean, uninterrupted water supply — without chaos or competition.

4. Internet and Telecom Connectivity

In 2025, this matters — especially if you’re building for remote work or digital business.

Awele is installing:

  • Fibre optic lines across the estate
  • Smart infrastructure for surveillance and connectivity
  • Solar-powered poles with Wi-Fi-ready nodes

5. Security and Estate Control

Look out for:

  • Fencing
  • Gatehouse with access control
  • On-site security

Awele is already fenced, with a gatehouse under construction, designed with both aesthetics and functionality — including future biometric entry systems.

As ThisDay reported, the gatehouse is one of the first in the region designed to symbolize both security and cultural identity (ThisDay).

6. Community and Recreation Infrastructure

Before you buy, ask:

  • Is there a plan for communal spaces?
  • Will I just own land, or live in a real neighborhood?

Awele includes:

  • Amphitheatre
  • Art gallery
  • Igbo restaurant
  • Community market
  • Swimming pool
  • Landscaped walkways

It’s not just land — it’s livability.

Final Word: The Land Isn’t the Whole Story — The Infrastructure Is

Don’t buy based on the price alone. Buy based on what’s being built around your plot — and whether it supports long-term growth.

Awele is proving that when infrastructure comes first, value follows naturally.

Awele is a premium estate in Anambra that blends the ancient eastern culture with luxury. It is a development by Esso Properties Limited, the best real estate company in Nigeria.
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