A guide to living in North West London

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

Transport wise, the location is good. Outside area seems safe although people tend to vandalise the perimeter. Like in the broad daylight, some men would piss on the stairs leading to the main road. The shops around are very disappointing. Aside from no variety available, they make the area look cheap and crowded. Some shops put their stuff outside their spaces onto the pavement.

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

Yes. They respond to our issues before like lights and exhaust fan issues.

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

That the area has no shops around it. Just all Indian shops mostly.

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

Living at The Palm House is really convenient — we’re just a 3-minute walk from Harrow & Wealdstone station, with trains to Euston in only 13 minutes. The high street is also close by, making it easy to grab groceries or enjoy great local takeaway options.

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

The building management team has been very responsive and helpful, resolving any issues quickly and professionally.

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

I wish I’d known how social and community-focused The Palm House is — there are regular events and shared spaces that make it really easy to meet people. It’s a great place if you enjoy being part of a friendly, connected community.

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

Pretty good range of shops and venues. Local stores in the areas and bigger supermarkets less than a 10-15min walk. Pubs, restaurants, etc.

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

Yes, the building management is great. Super attentive and responsive.

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

Honestly I can't think of anything in particular. The place has everything we need, really.

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

Very close to multiple transport links, however, the immediate area is rough, with people constantly urinating on the stairs, lifts not working for 6 months (to get access to Iceland/Tescos). Amazing views from our apartment make up for it though.

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

They have sent someone within a week and have managed to sort a few small issues.

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

I wish we had known more about the immediate area. Also coupd have shown us the extractor fan as we did not have it on for the first few months.

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

Near my work Sometime we smell the scent of cannabis Very bad for our health Garbage residues yuccky

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

If you love seeing dogs and a dog lover this development is for uou.

What is the best feature of your home:

The size of the flats are great. I live in an 88sqm flat. An aircondition exhaust outlet on the room walls could have been available. Easier to set up your AC during summer