A guide to living in Bristol

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

Nice environment with clean roads and local coffee shops, super close to the train station also, only a 4 minute walk.

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

They are quick to respond and will come up with solutions and practical steps.

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

No heating is really needed but it gets really hot in the summer, thankfully I live on the lower floors so it's not too bad even when it's really hot.

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Good - close to temple meads, quick walk to the mall, sainsburys downstairs Bad - far from the university of bristol

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

Mainly maintenance requests take about 1 day, longest would be a week? Bin chute sometimes is a problem but gets managed relatively quicky.

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Nothing major, the community at Box Makers is great, the neighbours are also great and the staff are very kind!

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I really enjoy living in this area as it offers a great balance of convenience and comfort. There are plenty of local shops, restaurants, and cafes within walking distance, making day-to-day life easy. Transport links are reliable and accessible, which is ideal for commuting. The streets are generally quiet and well-maintained, and I’ve found the neighbourhood to feel safe and welcoming. Parking can occasionally be limited at busy times, but overall it’s a pleasant place to live with a good community feel.

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

The building management has responded quite well whenever I’ve raised any issues. They are generally quick to reply, professional in their approach, and make a clear effort to resolve problems efficiently. Communication is straightforward, and I’ve found them to be helpful and reliable overall.

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 how popular the facilities are at peak times, especially the gym and communal areas, as they can get quite busy. Aside from that, everything has been very positive and has met or exceeded my expectations.

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Close to shops and staff friendly always staff available night ans day. Can be loud at weekend but thats city life

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

Staff responded well and a follow-up call was to make sure I was happy

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

More balcony available to more apartments easily way for a bit of fresh air

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The neighbourhood is great! Very close to city centre and Cabot Circus and Castle Park. Lots of transport options with various bus and train stations nearby. It's a bit noisy and crowded though for the same reasons and also because its next to a fire staion.

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

They are a bit slow in responding but they eventually solve the problem.

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

Very good neighbourhood, close to whatever we need.