A guide to living in Edinburgh

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

Transport, firstly, is 2nd to none from this location. Not only do you have a tram that runs every 7 mins into the centre of the city (and beyond as far as the airport), the variety of buses cover most main areas of Edinburgh. In addition you are in walking distance to one of my favourite areas of Edinburgh The Shore as well as having Ocean Terminal (still in the process of a reboot) for more entertainment and eating places. The surrounding area is very quiet, with only the of the tram. Weather-wise, it can get pretty windy so that's maybe the only drawback of being right on the coast. Finally the view. Our sea view is pretty epic and watching the comings and goings of the boats during the day is sometimes entertainment enough for us.

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

We have had a couple of more complex issues, and they were dealt with well.

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

Parking vans etc in the loading bay opposite reception is nice and tidy in practice, but it may give new residents a long walk with heavy stuff to their actual building, often against traffic coming into the car park. I'd try and park near the rear entrance of your specific building. One other piece of advice - sign up to the TULU vending machine 7 day trial. You get £10 free credit for the week - we just bought lots of Peanut M&Ms, but you can probably use it more shrewdly that that.

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

Living at Platform Edinburgh has been a really positive experience. The location is very convenient, with plenty of shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants within easy reach. There are also lots of nice places nearby to walk, relax and enjoy Edinburgh. Transport links are excellent, with frequent buses and easy access to the tram, making it simple to travel into the city centre and other parts of Edinburgh. The surrounding area feels pleasant, clean and well maintained, and everything I need on a day-to-day basis is easily accessible. Overall, I really enjoy living here and find the location convenient, well connected and a great place to call home

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

The building management team has always been very polite, approachable and helpful whenever I have raised any questions or concerns. They respond professionally and make a genuine effort to resolve things quickly, which I really appreciate.

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

Nothing in particular. Everything has been as expected, and my experience since moving in has been very positive.

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

The local area is a really convenient and enjoyable place to live. There is a great range of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and shops nearby, with plenty of options for everyday needs. Edinburgh city centre is also easily accessible, which gives you even more choices for shopping, dining and entertainment. Transport links are excellent, with frequent buses and trams making it very easy to travel around Edinburgh and commute to work. The surrounding area is pleasant, clean and well maintained, with nice open spaces for walking and relaxing. I’ve found the neighbourhood welcoming and comfortable, and everything I need is within easy reach. Overall, I’m very happy with the location and really enjoy living here.

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

The building management team has always been friendly, helpful and responsive whenever I have raised a question or needed assistance. Communication has been clear, and any concerns have been handled professionally and efficiently. Overall, I’ve been very happy with the support provided by the management team.

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

I wish I had known just how convenient and comfortable living here would be. The facilities and communal spaces are even better when you actually start using them regularly. A tip for new neighbours would be to explore all the facilities early on and make the most of them. The friendly atmosphere and helpful management team also made settling in much easier than I expected.

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

The location is really convenient. Leith is close by with supermarkets, restaurants, shops and plenty of places to go. You’re also not far from the city centre, but it’s nice being slightly away from the busy part of town. Everything we need is pretty much on the doorstep.

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

I've had no issues that have needed maintenance, so thankfully I haven't really had to use the service. Everything has been fine in the flat.

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

Leith has so much nearby and there are plenty of supermarkets, shops and places to eat, so you don't have to go into the city centre for everything.

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

Leith is a fantastic place to live, with a great mix of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and green spaces. There’s a real sense of community, and the area has plenty to do while still feeling relaxed and residential. Transport links are generally convenient, with good access to the city centre. Overall, it’s a vibrant and welcoming area with lots of character.

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

The team are generally kind and helpful, unfortunately most issues arise from out of touch higher ups outside of the dockside property.

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

All of the above that has been shared, the hidden costs associated with an already suffocatingly expensive building.