A guide to living in Scotland

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

Houses look nice. Not enough usable open space. Cramped design. Roof trusses were not design with practicality in mind. Such a wasted space and probably only saved them a thousand pounds.

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The roof trusses were terribly designed. Wasted space

What is the best feature of your home:

Looks nice from the outside. Modern materials. Well insulated.

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

Home is in a quiet location on the outskirts of the city, and good for individuals who would prefer to live in a quieter and rural location.

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

This review is based on my own personal experience, although fellow neighbours encountered similar issues.

What is the best feature of your home:

We selected our home based on the room layout and it met our families requirements

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The location of the property is great - very well located for public transport such as buses and trains, lots of local shops and amenities nearby but at the same time the building is in a nice residential area by the river with plenty of open space. The area is very walkable, and also family friendly.

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

We had no real issues during our tenancy, however management was always very helpful and responsive to any queries or requests we had.

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The location is a real asset, very centrally located but also a relatively quiet area. Makes it very easy to get around the city even without having a car. The staff at the property are wonderful and there is a real community feel to the place

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Absolutely love the location and area. It is super clean, safe and has a really incredible vibe about it. Super convenient location in terms of transport and being close to the city centre.

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

Super prompt and always willing to help. Always have a smile on their faces and make Dockside the community that it is.

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

Nothing that comes to mind as I was well informed by the team

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

The area is well located, with Leith nearby offering a good range of shops, restaurants, cafés and bars. There are also pleasant open spaces within easy reach. Transport links are convenient, particularly the tram connection to Edinburgh Airport and the city centre. Overall, the neighbourhood is practical and well connected, although parking availability and occasional traffic noise can be drawbacks. The proximity to Leith is a definite advantage, providing plenty of options for dining, shopping and leisure.

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

Building management has generally been approachable, but responses and resolutions could be more timely and proactive. Some issues require follow-up, and clearer communication would improve the overall experience.

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

I would have liked to know more about the responsiveness of property management and how maintenance issues are handled in practice. The 24-hour reception is a real advantage, but it is also worth checking the condition of the flat carefully during the viewing and documenting any existing defects when moving in.