A guide to living in Liverpool

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

Whilst I’m still getting used to finding my way around, so haven’t found all the little independent shops and bars, the fabric district is clearly the next place to be. Everything is on your doorstep, and only a lift ride down. In the time we’ve been here, I’ve not had a single negative experience. Yes there is noise, can be rubbish on the streets, and traffic can build up at certain times, none of it lasts. The traffic slows, the council seem to be out every day making the streets look good, and the noise is part of city life. Being here it really feels like you’re in the heart of the real Liverpool. It’s where the workers live, not a tourist area, and that gives it a special charm. The bars, restaurants, takeaways, and shops, all rely on repeat business so they care more. It shows in the little acts of kindness that you see each day. Motorists stop to let the busses out, shop workers take hot drinks out to homeless people, the takeaways remember your order. All these things make others feel valued, and are true selfless acts of kindness. Yeah it may look a bit rough around the edges, but that’s because it’s real, it’s not a put on show for tourists. It’s Liverpool.

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

I mentioned that there was a small leak under the bathroom shower screen, and they were on it straight away. It wasn’t even a real issue, and is something every other landlord I’ve had would’ve put off or ignored. It doesn’t get better than that.

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

That it existed before I found it so I could have moved in years ago!

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

The Fabric District is a very up and coming area, with great transport links (we’re only minutes from Lime Street), a 15 minute walk to Liverpool One, and everything else you could need on your doorstep. The building is right near the Royal and all the unis- but not close enough that you get disturbed by sirens!

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

They let us know of an issue they’d picked up just before we moved in, which was amazing, as we already knew it was being sorted before we’d even seen it! We’ve only had one minor issue ourselves, and it’s being sorted straight away

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

That we would finally feel properly at home. Getting to meet all the resident pets is a definite bonus!! Also- I don’t think we’ve ever waited longer than 15 mins for a takeaway to arrive since we’ve been here!

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

I absolutely love the location of the building as everything is 5-10 mins walk since it’s in the center. This also means a wide range of options for food and household deliveries which is really convenient. The docks are also a 5 min walk which is great for socializing and walking pets. Best of all, it’s tucked away in a quiet corner from all the noise and traffic in L1 or the heart of the city center. Also, there’s lots of parking options if you have guests including an NCP car park on the same street. No complaints, it’s been lovely enjoying city center living in a quiet neighbourhood.

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

Yes, I had raised an issue with my doors and some plumbing and that was dealt with very swiftly within 48 hours. Amazing communication and the staff have been very accommodating.

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

Nothing really, like I said said it’s been a positive experience so far and I’m looking forward to spending more years to come here.

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

The area is very convenient as it's close to the City Centre with good access to public transport and shopping. Parking is bit of an issue and is paid in almost all places.

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

The building management responded to almost 80% of issues on time.

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

The sensor lock system for apartment main door took 12-16 weeks for replacement as it had to arrive from Germany which I felt is too long.

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

Pall Mall Press is conveniently located on a quiet road a short walk away from convenience stores, Moorfields train station, salons, coffee shops and cafes, the commercial business district, and the beautiful waterfront. It is mostly quiet, which is amazing given the location - basically in the city centre.

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

Any issues or questions I have had have always been dealt with promptly by the maintenance staff who are on site every day. I forgot my keys for the first time in my entire life and Mosin was kind enough to promptly get me into the building as soon as he recognised I was panicking, and he was even kind enough to remind me it was nothing to be embarrassed about.

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

There is no bin chute - but I am used to this now and have realised there is less of a worry with the bin room method we have here about pet mess being a horrible job for someone to clean up if any bags were to break as per my previous living arrangements that had bin chutes! Only “negative” I can think of. I also wish I had known I would meet a mix of cultures - I have one very good friend I was lucky enough to meet in my first two months of living here, from India, and our friendship has brought me so much joy and gratitude and immersion in our culture (my father is from India). I would have maybe not been so stressed moving in if I’d known for certain how lovely everyone - staff, residents - are