A guide to living in East Midlands

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

I really like living at The Saxons because the area is generally quiet and peaceful. There are a good number of shops, restaurants and takeaways nearby, which makes it easy to get food and everyday essentials. I don't drive, so having convenient public transport is important to me, and I find it easy to get into the city centre. I haven't experienced any major issues with noise or litter, and overall I feel comfortable and safe living here.

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

The building management has been really good whenever I’ve had an issue. They respond quickly, communicate clearly, and make sure things are sorted in a timely manner. Overall, I’ve been really happy with how responsive and helpful they are.

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

I honestly wish I had known how quickly I would feel comfortable here. From a viewing, you can see the space, but you don’t really get a feel for how homey and well laid out everything is until you actually live here. My main tip would be to take some time to settle in and make the space your own, because it can feel like home surprisingly quickly.

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

The location is very convenient, being close to Leicester city centre, with a great range of restaurants and local shops all within walking distance. There are also very good transport links, including the Hop bus. Parking availability is good, although I don’t drive myself. Bin collections are weekly and the area is generally well kept. I also haven’t experienced much traffic noise, which makes the street feel peaceful.

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

Building management has generally been responsive and helpful. I haven’t raised any issues but I have recieved information in a timely manner.

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

Nothing . I can’t think of one. Every information I knew before I moved in.

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

Bolsover has limited facilities with just Morrisons really as a main shop and Wetherspoons as the main pub. Good Indian restaurant though and a good tapas pub.

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

Make sure all the showers and bath are tested before you move in. Grout in tiles was filthy when we moved in plus numerous paint drips on the carpets. Heating control fitted in the wrong bedroom.

What is the best feature of your home:

Nice stone house which hides alot of faults. Decent sized garden. Fully tiled bathrooms with down lights.

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

This property is in the heart of the city, right next to Highcross Mall. You have the convenience of local transportation at your doorstep quite literally.

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

Yes, quite prompt at providing support of any kind.

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

I am really happy with the concierge - the fact that its a safe space for delivery, communal space to work and just relax.

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

There are a lot of people accessing the area and damage or try to steal stuff from the properties, there have been many recordings from cameras, but no one seems to do anything. The only good thing is that it's close to city centre

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

I haven't interacted with the new landlord yet, so can't score, but the previous one wasn't helpful!

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

How badly this house was build, and how many problems I would have in the future.,