A guide to living in Scotland

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

I really like living in my area. There’s a good mix of shops, restaurants, and bars, so there’s always somewhere to go for food or a night out, and the parks and open spaces are great for getting outside. Public transport is pretty convenient, with regular buses and trains into town, though it can get a bit busy at peak times. My street is quiet and friendly, parking’s usually not a problem, and bins get collected on time. Traffic isn’t too bad, and I've seen no anti-social behaviour or anything of that sort, so overall it’s a nice and safe place to live.

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

The building management has been quick and helpful in resolving any issues I’ve raised.

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

I was aware of what I was getting into prior to moving in, the team was very clear and I knew what to expect

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

Fantastic location ,on the doorstep to the city centre with facilities including theatres,cinema and varied bars and restaurants

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

The was never an issue regarding any requests for repairs

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

How cold it can get in Aberdeen during the winter,need to wrap up!

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

I really enjoy living in my area. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars, and the parks are great for getting outside. Public transport is convenient with buses and trains nearby, though it can get busy at peak times. My street is quiet and friendly, parking is usually easy, bins are collected on time. Overall, it’s a nice, safe, and convenient place to live.

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

The building management at Dockside has been very responsive and helpful, addressing any issues quickly and keeping me informed throughout the process.

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

I honestly can't think of anything that I didn't know before moving in!

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

I lived at Platform last year and my experience was excellent. Since then, the area has only improved. А Sainsbury’s supermarket has opened nearby, there are interesting Eastern grocery shops within walking distance, and there is now a convenient city e-bike station close to the building. The only temporary inconvenience is the construction of a new residential building next door, but they work strictly during daytime hours, so it hasn’t caused any real disturbance. Overall, the neighbourhood feels safe, well-connected, and increasingly convenient, and I’ve genuinely enjoyed living here.

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

The team has always been extremely considerate and respectful, even when dealing with some sensitive or challenging situations raised by residents.

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

I wish I had known a few routine details in advance. For example, the exact tariffs for energy and hot water. It would have helped me plan better and feel more prepared from the start.

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

Living around here is pretty handy. There’s a decent mix of shops, bars, and restaurants so you rarely run out of options. The area generally is nice for walks or chilling outside. Public transport is good—buses and trains are close. The street’s generally quiet and bins get collected on time, and you don’t really notice much trouble from anti-social behaviour.

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

The management team is approachable and usually deals with problems without too much hassle. They keep you in the loop, though minor requests may wait longer than the more severe ones, which is understandable.

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

The area is a good place to be, there is easy ways to the center. I wish I had known how easily accessible the city was and the public transport, I might not have kept my car!