Star ratings, category scores and rankings

Find all the information on how star ratings are calculated and how we work out awards and rankings.

• How do I qualify for the 2025 HomeViews Resident Choice Awards?
• How do I win the HomeViews award badges?
• How do I win HomeViews badges?
• What is the decay algorithm?
• What can I do to increase my ranking/rating?
• How is the Star Rating of my development calculated?
• What is the transparency rating on my development page?
• How are HomeViews Area Guides ranked?