A guide to living in Croydon

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

Its amazing, living here for 4 years everything is perfect. Everything is just at door step (Restaurant, grocery)

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

Constantin from maintenance team is amazing, he is superhelpful

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

Moved here early, maybe move in can be made easy as some of the things are not clear that you have to ask.

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

I love the location, it’s very close to the train station and there are plenty of shops around. Parking also very convenient when I have my friends over, there’s space next to the building and u just have to register the plate number with the reception.

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

Mostly email basis. In general they respond 1-3 working days which is fine

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

I didn’t know there’s another exit from east Croydon station that connects to the Home office, so I feel safer to use that exit to go home especially at late night.

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

Great transport link, safe to walk to the building from train at night. No parking on site, but can park nearby. Great neighborhood with lots of grocery, banks, and shops to choose from.

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

Excellent maintenance, usually gets service within the next working day.

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

Nothing, the viewing is informative, just make sure you talk to the previous tenants to see what to expect with bills/noise specifically for the unit that’s all.

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

Within a 3-minute walk, you can reach East Croydon station, which offers quick connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, and Gatwick Airport in just 15-20 minutes. The apartment is also close to tram and bus services, ensuring convenient travel options. Even if there are delays, frequent services mean you won't face much inconvenience, except perhaps around midnight. Additionally, various supermarkets such as Amazon, Coop, Sainsbury's, and M&S are within a 5-minute walk.

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

The building management has been very responsive to any problems or issues I've raised. For easy fixes, such as replacing a dead bulb, fixing a window handle, or replacing a microwave control wheel, they act quickly and typically resolve these within a few days. For more complex issues, like addressing a bathtub leakage problem, they plan ahead and complete the repairs in a reasonable amount of time. Their efficiency and proactive approach ensure that all maintenance needs are met effectively.

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

Before moving in, I was provided with a detailed video of the flat, which accurately represented everything. As a result, there were no surprises upon arrival. Everything was exactly as expected and as shown in the video.

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

Living in my local area has its pros and cons. On the positive side, there's a good range of local shops, restaurants, and cafes, with a mix of independent and chain options. The open spaces nearby, including parks and walking trails, are a real bonus—well-kept and ideal for relaxing or exercising. Transport links are generally reliable, with buses and trains running regularly, although services can be delayed during peak times or weekends

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

The building management has responded quickly and professionally to any issues I've raised, usually resolving them without delays.

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 limited the on-street parking can be, especially during evenings and weekends—it fills up quickly.