A guide to living in East Sussex

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Nice area with beautiful views new GP being built with alot of shops near and local train station great location

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

They where great and responded quickly to any enquiries

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Nothing the whole experience was easy and quick very pleased

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The property is very well developed with easy and convenient access to local shops including a big Sainsbury's. It is only a 6-minute walk to the train station. For Brighton-London commuters it is very convenient.

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

We didn't feel confident to write anything until now - we have lived here for 6 weeks already. The staff are generally very responsive, friendly and effective, especially the manager Jess. She is almost smiling, caring and friendly, and most importantly, efficient. Despite our nightmare experience with the referencing team, she is probably 50% of the reasons why we decided to still live in here. Jess has is a vital element in what makes this community great.

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How long the referencing procedure would take. The referencing team didn't get in touch until 5 days before our move-in day. This is turned out to be an utter nightmare.

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The area around the building is great, just a two minute walk from a big sainsburys, the pubs around close at a reasonable time so it’s not noisy during the night and the windows are noise cancelling so you can’t hear anything in the flats. The building is very close to transports links as it’s near London Road and also a 7 min walk from the train station. The residents are nice and friendly and there is a resident group chat that is great to keeping up to date with everything. There is a bike store and car parking in the building as well.

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

Any issues that we have raised while living there were dealt with in less than 24 hours. Any miscommunications were dealt with very professionally and the team would go out of their way to help us out and to make us feel at home.

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One thing that I wish I knew before moving in is make sure that you have all the documents ready and that you meet all the requirements to live in the building as otherwise the process might take longer

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Location is perfect, due to working in london 2/3 times a week there is easy access to the trains. The area is very quiet, and there is no noise!

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

Never had any, just a few maintenance issues, but all sorted.

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It would be nice to move to a bigger apartmants but looks like there are never any 3 beds.

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Shops & Restaurants: The range and quality are excellent. Situated seconds away from North Laine with it's independent boutiques, vintage markets, and an amazing food scene ranging from casual street food to high-end dining. Aldi is at the bottom of the road for practical grocery shopping. Bars & Nightlife: The Blockhouse is surrounded by traditional pubs, craft beer bars, and other venues. Open Spaces: Although situated in a dense urban centre, a large public park is just a short walk away. Brighton Seafront and beach are roughly a 15-minute walk. Transport Links - Trains: Brighton Train Station is only a 5-to-7-minute walk away, providing direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge in under an hour, as well as Gatwick Airport in 30 minutes. Buses: There are bus stops directly outside the property. Buses run regularly to the rest of the city and the universities. Problems: Because it is a central, heavily pedestrianised area, driving can be slow, traffic congested, and road layouts confusing for delivery drivers or visitors. Parking Availability: On-street parking is very restricted and expensive. There are a few on-site parking spaces which can be reserved directly with management if available. Secure indoor bicycle storage is provided on-site. Bin Collections & Deliveries: The Blockhouse has a superb on-site concierge and maintenance team, meaning parcel storage and waste management are handled easily within the complex. Anti-Social Behaviour: While central Brighton and the London Road experience standard city-centre nightlife foot traffic, residents at The Blockhouse feels very secure as a gated complex with 24/7 security and it's on-site team. Traffic & Noise: Because Pelham Street sits right next to the vibrant North Laine, daytime hustle and weekend nightlife noise are part of everyday life. However, the building has excellent insulation and street noise is well-blocked out.

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

Building management always respond quickly, professionally, and in a timely manner to any issues or problems that I have had. The on-site team and Reception staff acknowledge and address maintenance requests very quickly and handle all of my concerns in a polite, professional, and approachable manner. Reporting Facilities: Tenants can log problems or report issues directly through an on-site app.

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Pros: Incredible Insulation: You rarely, if ever, need to turn the heating on during the winter, meaning energy costs are predominantly just for hot water. Seamless Management: The on-site front-of-house team and property management are highly proactive, acknowledging and fixing maintenance requests very quickly. Cons: Depending on where your flat sits in Block A, you may find the layout regarding the lift slightly frustrating. Car Parking Scarcity: Secure on-site parking spaces are incredibly limited.