A guide to living in Borough of Haringey

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The area is decent enough with good access to all manner of amenities from local shops and cafes to larger chains and transport links

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

There haven't been any problems but little things like the up loading of documents needed has been handled with efficiency and communicated in a way that can be understood

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We carried out a good research of the area and felt comfortable moving

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I absolutely love the area and find it a really convenient place to live, with a great range of local shops, cafés, restaurants and open spaces nearby. Transport links are also generally very good. The main issue is parking. It is extremely difficult to obtain a parking permit, and the underground parking available through the building is, I believe, over £400 per month, which is prohibitively expensive. This is particularly challenging as I work for a charity covering Barnet, Brent and Harrow, and need access to a car to carry out essential visits. The lack of affordable parking/car permit options is therefore a significant practical issue.

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

Building management have generally been helpful, but responses to some issues have been slower than expected. In particular, the window issue took too long to address, and we were not offered an alternative solution during the extreme summer heat.

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The main issue has been car parking. We have raised concerns about the lack of affordable parking and difficulty obtaining a permit, but unfortunately there has not been a practical solution. The underground parking is over £400 per month, which is prohibitively expensive.

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Living at Ferry Island in Tottenham Hale honestly felt special. I didn’t expect to fall in love with the area as much as I did, but it surprised me in the best way. The mix of new cafés, shops and open spaces made everyday life easy and enjoyable. I spent so many evenings walking by the River Lea or heading into the Wetlands — it became my peaceful escape. Transport links couldn’t be better, with the Victoria Line and trains right there, making everything feel close. The streets felt safe, clean and friendly, and even though parking can be tight, it never overshadowed how good the area felt. It’s a neighbourhood that grows on you quickly.

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

Building management has been brilliant. They respond quickly, follow up properly and make sure everything is resolved. Their kindness and professionalism made a huge difference.

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I wish I had known how peaceful and beautiful the Wetlands are — they became one of my favourite parts of living here. Also, the area is improving constantly, with new shops and cafés opening all the time. It’s a neighbourhood that keeps getting better.

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there are a lot of places around to get by. Just under the building there’s a co-op and a restaurant on the outside. On a walk of 10 mins you reach wood green station and on the way you have a whole shopping complexes with multiple brands.

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

They have been thorough about it. They usually respond on time.

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Maybe if all my utilities came in a package that I could just subscribe to it would have been a lot easier.

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Convenient local coop and bigger Morrisons short walk away. Good variety of restaurants and fast food options. Good travel links with Piccadilly line and national rail at Alexandra Palace station. However Piccadilly line has been out of service for periods due to works done to get the new trains in. Parking availability is an issue for guests as there is none nearby and they cannot use the underground car park. The car park is also quite expensive at £250 per month. There is some anti-social behaviour with loud noise at night and the smell of weed.

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

They have responded promptly and resolved the issues.

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Great sense of community with regular events held to socialise with neighbours