A guide to living in Borough of Haringey

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

Down Lane Park is beautiful - we’re very lucky to have a view of it. The transport links are superb - the Victoria line is reliable, the trains are handy (also for getting to Stansted), and the access to the motorway was important. We’ve always felt safe here. There’s a bit of traffic noise but it’s not too intrusive.

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

They’ve been great whenever we’ve reported anything.

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

There’s a super football pitch just around the corner and there’s often cheap games of football there with a fab community! Get involved!! And there’s a little independent bakery called “Be More Shirley” that I’d really recommend.

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The transport links are great! I work in Walthamstow so its super easy for me on the tube, getting to Stratford and Liverpool Street is also very easy and convenient. The retail park is really close and handy, we have some small supermarkets but I think the area would benefit massively with and M&S foodhall and some other food vendors. The street is quiet and ive never felt unsafe

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

We havent had any issues as of yet, but when I have requested info ive always gotten a quick polite response

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

Ive heard that moving out can be an issue with the walls, but deal with that at a later date. Also concerned about price raising at some point

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

Lovely property and services . Convenient location and seems like you are part of a luxurious accommodation

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

Yes they are prompt with resolution of any issues we have encountered until now

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

The paint is a big concern as we found out later that the management will charge exorbitant amounts for any wear and tear. Utility costs are also way higher.

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

Got the big Tesco right there which is great for convenience. West Green Road is brilliant for food some real good African and Caribbean spots, not just the generic chains. Seven Sisters Station is literally on the doorstep (Overground and Victoria Line), which is so useful for the commute. Lime bikes everywhere if you need a quick trip. I can run straight to Clissold and Finsbury Park which is nice. It can be noisy with sirens, bit of crackhead activity but nothing worse than elsewhere and it doesn't really affect day-to-day living. Only real downside is there's no decent local pub nearby, that's a shame.

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

The team here is responsive. When you flag something, they actually sort it rather than making you chase them. Both Brunilda and the security staff are helpful

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

No decent pub within walking distance. That's worth knowing going in. But the restaurants on West Green Road make up for it

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

Up and coming area, with great connections into central London. Lidl in easy reach as well as a typical London high street. There is green space and the development is very quiet.

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

They always respond promptly with with a solutions orientated approach.

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The gym is very well equipped and the communal spaces are super relaxing.