A guide to living in Derby

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

The area is very convenient and well-connected, with plenty of nearby grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes. Public transport options are reliable and easy to access,. However, there is not enough parking in the building. The streets are clean though there can occasionally be some antisocial behaviour late at night due to drunk people in the nearby bars. Overall, it’s a lively and pleasant area to live in with everything you need close by.

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

The building management has been responsive and efficient. Any maintenance issues or requests have been handled promptly, and communication has always been clear and professional. They’re approachable and genuinely try to resolve problems quickly.

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

I wish I had known that the nearby bars can sometimes get noisy late at night on weekends, with occasional disturbances from drunk people outside. It’s not constant, but something to be aware of if you prefer a completely quiet environment.

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

You'll love how convenient this place is! There are plenty of bars, restaurants, and shops just a stone's throw away, so everything you need is right there. Being so central, the area has a great buzz on the weekends. The best part is that the windows do a fantastic job of blocking it all out, so you can easily enjoy the peace and quiet inside whenever you want. ​The weekly bin collection is really reliable. Like any shared space, the bin store can get a bit full before collection day, but the management team is on top of it and ensures any issues are sorted out promptly.

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

The on-site building management team is fantastic. They are always responsive, helpful, and quick to address any day-to-day issues that arise. ​While the local team is excellent, I've found that it can be challenging to get the same level of engagement from the wider Grainger corporate team, particularly when it comes to escalating formal complaints.

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

If you're considering an apartment facing the square, I'd suggest a quick visit on a weekend night to experience the lively atmosphere firsthand. Be aware that the square is a popular spot for skateboarders and they can be noisy. Parking in the immediate area can be in high demand. Don't be tempted to park outside the building for long periods of time, the parking wardens around here are very on the ball.

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

Close to city center but very noisy at time with bars and clubs nearby. Convenient if you work in the city center and lots of shops about. However there are lots of drug dealers and homeless nearby, sometimes at the entrance of the building. I witnessed a drug deal in front of my van on the day I moved in!

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

They were quick to get a broken extractor sorted but thats about it

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

Seriously, be prepared for serious heat in the summer months if youre in the upper floors. The kitchen becomes unbareable very quickly

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

Good: centre of the city, close to all necessary amenities, in-house gym and polite staff. Poor maintenance

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

They have but it takes time for them to come rectify it especially the lift.

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

Nothing really. I had all the information before coming in.

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

Very close to local shops and town centres with Lidl and aldi close by aswell. Very accessible to bus stops, bus station and train station from the location

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

When I asked for mantainance on my washing machine to got a completely new one for me within couple days

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

I wish I knew that they did not have a microwave or keddle and had to buy them myself