My area is terrible, but, meh, not worried. To be honest the importance of a good area is exaggerated. It can be the difference from rank 1 and rank 5 at the time nobles appear, but good players will do well regardless of what their area is like. (Rare exceptions include proximity to other good players. ie. a poor farming are will never keep me out of the top 20 if I am active, but starting near someone else whom is usually top 5 may.)