A guide to living in Edinburgh

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

Before moving to Dockside I had lived in this part of Leith for two years and loved it. Being near the sea is so refreshing and calming. Ocean Terminal's selection of restaurants and coffee places is super convenient for lunchtime, the Shore is just down the road which is a lovely spot on sunny days, and Newhaven Fishmarket and the big ASDA are just a 15-minute walk away. There are also excellent transport links with frequent bus routes nearby.

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

Any issues I've raised have been dealt with quickly and professionally. The team is always responsive and easy to get in touch with, which makes a real difference day to day.

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

I wish I'd known just how good the community feel would be — it's a really friendly development and I wish I'd made use of the communal spaces sooner.

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

There is extremely limited parking availability, especially considering the size of the development - despite this during viewings staff still advertise free parking. The bins are poorly managed and rubbish often piles up and is then spread by seagulls and rats, including used menstrual products. Platform is close to some public transport links and is within walking distance (~15 minutes) to bars and shops.

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

Some of the staff are fantastic and really kind and helpful (particularly Ewan), however many are rude, dismissive and are quick to blame residents without listening to concerns. Emails from residents are regularly ignored for months at a time or are never responded to - not quite the luxury service they advertise. Sometimes maintenance requests are responded to quickly and taken seriously, other times you simply never hear back.

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

I wish I had known the level of stress that living here and the actions of building staff would cause - you feel like you’re constantly waiting for the next issue to come up.

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

I really enjoy living in Leith because there's always somewhere to wander. We often walk down towards The Shore for coffee at the weekend, and there are lots of little independent places that make the area feel different from anywhere else in Edinburgh.

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

Thankfully there hasn't been much to raise, but it's reassuring knowing the team are always around and willing to help if needed.

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

I wish I'd known how quickly the building would start to feel familiar. Between seeing the team every day and getting to know the area, it didn't take long to feel settled.

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

Living in Leith has been great. Everything we need is close by, whether it's walking the dogs, grabbing something to eat or doing the weekly shop. The transport links are excellent as well, making it easy to get around Edinburgh without much hassle.

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

The team have always been approachable, professional and quick to help whenever we've needed anything. You always get a friendly welcome coming through reception.

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

I didn't realise how much I'd end up using some of the extra services like the gym and TULU. They seemed like nice extras when viewing, but they've become part of my weekly routine.

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

Having spent many years living in the US, moving back to the UK was a big change. I wanted somewhere that felt modern, safe and well connected, and Dockside has been a great choice. I'm still discovering the area, but I've already enjoyed exploring Leith and being so close to the waterfront. There are plenty of cafés and restaurants nearby, and it's easy to get into the city centre whenever I need to.

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

As a new resident, I've naturally had lots of questions rather than problems. Every one of them has been dealt with quickly, professionally and with genuine kindness. It's made settling into a new country and a new home much less overwhelming.

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

I wish I'd known just how supported I'd feel. Moving countries on your own can be daunting, but having such a welcoming team has made the transition far easier than I expected. It's something you can't really appreciate from a viewing, but it has made all the difference.