A guide to living in City of Edinburgh

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

Close to haymarket for transport links and short walk to city centre. Close to canal and bruntsfield links

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

Moamen, deputy site management, is the one person who manages to get anything done it seems. My experience with the other day staff has largely been that raising a concern with them is like throwing a letter into the wind. Maybe they've logged your issue but it doesn't seem like they'll ever get round to addressing it.

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

The amenities are enjoyable, and the flats are decent until they aren't. Floor tiles in various units and hallways have exploded, the bin rooms have had sewage backed up into them, and bikes and parcels are regularly stolen from storage.

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

The area has a good mix of local amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs, with larger retail facilities also within easy reach. There are several parks and green spaces nearby which are well maintained and popular for walking and recreation. Public transport links are generally reliable, with regular bus routes and convenient access to nearby train stations and main roads, although traffic can become busy during peak commuting hours. The street itself is usually quiet and friendly, with neighbours keeping to themselves while still being approachable. Parking is generally available, although it can occasionally be limited in the evenings or at weekends. Bin collections are regular and dependable. As with most residential areas, there can sometimes be minor noise from traffic or passing pedestrians, but there have been no major issues with anti-social behaviour.

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

The building management team has generally responded in a professional and timely manner when issues have been raised. Communication is usually clear, and most maintenance or management concerns are acknowledged quickly and resolved within a reasonable timeframe. While occasional follow-ups have sometimes been necessary for smaller issues, the overall experience has been positive and well organised.

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

One thing worth knowing before moving in is that parking can become quite limited during busier evenings and weekends, especially if visitors are staying over, so it helps to plan ahead. It’s also useful to know that some areas of the development can be quieter than others depending on proximity to roads, communal entrances or shared spaces. On the positive side, the community is generally friendly and the area is very convenient for transport links, shops and everyday amenities, which became more valuable after living here for a while than was obvious during the initial viewing.

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

The area has a good mix of local amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs, with larger retail facilities also within easy reach. There are several parks and green spaces nearby which are well maintained and popular for walking and recreation. Public transport links are generally reliable, with regular bus routes and convenient access to nearby train stations and main roads, although traffic can become busy during peak commuting hours. The street itself is usually quiet and friendly, with neighbours keeping to themselves while still being approachable. Parking is generally available, although it can occasionally be limited in the evenings or at weekends. Bin collections are regular and dependable. As with most residential areas, there can sometimes be minor noise from traffic or passing pedestrians, but there have been no major issues with anti-social behaviour.

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

The building management team has generally responded in a professional and timely manner when issues have been raised. Communication is usually clear, and most maintenance or management concerns are acknowledged quickly and resolved within a reasonable timeframe. While occasional follow-ups have sometimes been necessary for smaller issues, the overall experience has been positive and well organised.

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

One thing worth knowing before moving in is that parking can become quite limited during busier evenings and weekends, especially if visitors are staying over, so it helps to plan ahead. It’s also useful to know that some areas of the development can be quieter than others depending on proximity to roads, communal entrances or shared spaces. On the positive side, the community is generally friendly and the area is very convenient for transport links, shops and everyday amenities, which became more valuable after living here for a while than was obvious during the initial viewing.

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

Positives: Very close to lots of amenities - a wide range of shops, cafes, and restaurants nearby. Also really convenient for the tram, which is a big plus. We've found the building to be much quieter than anticipated as well, which is great. Negative: The only downside is the lack of parking available for residents, and the cost of a parking space is extremely expensive.

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

We experienced a leak from our shower, and someone came to look at it almost immediately - very quick response.

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

The parking situation wasn't fully explained before move-in. We were told it was first-come, first-served, but the actual cost of a space wasn't mentioned and turns out to be quite high. Worth asking about upfront if you're planning to have a car. On the positive side, the building is much quieter than you'd expect from a viewing, which has been a lovely surprise.

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

Good access to thrift shops, restaurants, and transportation. Easy to walk to the Shore and to access Waters of Leith walk.

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

A+ every person at the front desk has been absolutely helpful. Could not have asked for better support. They go above and beyond. Their efforts are building a wonderful reputation for Dockside.

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

Wish I had additional information about the co working spaces. I had planned on working from the desk in one of the bedrooms. The options to work in multiple locations within the complex helps to break things and give a break from staring at the same wall.