I took the decision to let Sol out. I was torn as to what to do. I have 4 mogs who have always been allowed out. When i had Sol I chose to let him out as well. We live in a town although in a quiet area. I would never let them out if I lived close to a main road. Every house I have bought has been chosen for area first as priority.IE no main roads, neighbours dogs etc. I have owned cats for over 20 years and they have all lived long and healthy lives. My first mog (Raffles RIP)
did get run over twice in his life time.Both time survived
Both times were in my first house I ever bought after that I always chose location first. He also had a number of things go wrong with him in his life but lived a happy and healthy life until he was 20.
I know there are risks letting Sol out and I only hope I dont live to regret it. I always worry if any of them are out longfer than normal or I get home from work and they are not there to greet me but I have to live with that.
Only you know the area you live in (if its safe etc) there will always be an element of risk where ever you risk.
Hope that helps