A guide to living in Berkshire

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living in this area has been generally positive. There’s a good range of local shops, cafés and restaurants within walking distance, and the nearby open spaces are great for relaxing or going for walks. Transport links are convenient, with frequent buses and easy access to main routes, although services can be a bit crowded during peak times. My street is usually quiet, with decent parking availability and regular bin collections. There is occasional traffic noise, but nothing too disruptive, and overall the neighbourhood feels safe and friendly.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has been very responsive and helpful whenever I’ve raised an issue. They usually acknowledge requests quickly and resolve problems in a timely and professional manner. Communication is clear, and they make a consistent effort to keep the development running smoothly. Overall, their support has been reliable and reassuring.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is that the sofa in the living room is quite uncomfortable for everyday use. It looks nice, but it’s firmer and less supportive than expected. Knowing this beforehand would have helped me plan for alternative seating or additional cushions.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

All necessities are really closed by with its central location in Maidenhead town, train station is only 6 minutes away with Elizabeth line taking you to London and Reading in either directions. They are a number of nice restaurants along the high street and the markets on Thursdays to Saturdays are great as well. Noise level is largely minimal except when during certain festive period, all in all it's a lovely place to stay!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Questions and issues are often resolved in no time and I get quick responses from management team most of the time.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Not directly related to the residence, but the nearby RBWM library is such a handful and also a nice place to stay chilled during heat wave days.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The location is great, especially with it being so close to town. The bins are always collected on time, and there’s consistently enough space for your rubbish, which is really handy. There can be a bit of noise from people on the streets at weekends, and residents on the car-park side do hear the ambulances quite often as the station is nearby. Some of the amenities provided for residents aren’t always working, and it’s disappointing that there aren’t any alternatives when this happens. There have also been a few promises made that haven’t quite been followed through. That said, the apartments are improving, and it’s been lovely to see more resident events being organised. The management team are genuinely friendly, approachable, and easy to reach. A special shoutout to Nicola, who always goes above and beyond — she’s incredibly caring with the children and even gets them drawings, which means a lot. 😊

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

It does eventually after a couple of tries but it always takes time

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I knew that the apartments were not as child friendly as they advertised it to be

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Completely convenient for commuting, shopping and entertainment. We also love how we have a gym in the building!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The maintenance and community host teams are responsive, friendly and professional!

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

We have lived in the property since Aug 2023 and we cannot remember one thing we wish we had known :).

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Transport links are somewhat convenient but the area generally fees unsafe especially at night where people are often heard shouting in the streets. Doesn’t feel safe for a walk out or just to go to shops when it’s dark. Needs to be more security outside

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Responded well. Although did have to ask 2 to 3 times

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

That there is no storage anywhere on the property.