A guide to living in South East England

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

So far so good living here. Daisy has been amazing from start to finish. Road isnt the easiest to find as its not updated on Google maps yet. Considering we have houses being built opposite us, its still quite quiet. Neighbours and area seem to be very nice. Very local to Westwood cross shopping centre, so plenty of shops and entertainment. Awaiting ours wheelie bins as haven't been here long, but rubbish and recycling are still being collected. Nice to hear the ice cream van at times. Parking for us is all ok as have a drive as well as street parking. House seems very secure and safe to be there, even if you're on your own. Looking forward to next year when we are a bit more settled and garden underway as to how we'd like it, plus building work completed. Would recommend others to live here.

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

Not had to deal with anyone apart from wheelie bins. We ordered and paid and they reimbursed us within a couple of days.

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

Nothing that springs to mind. We love it here and look foward to many years ahead

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

As its so close to Westwood Cross shopping centre it is a great location. However it has increased the traffic .The roads and paths are however being changed by the local council,so hopefully this will help.

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

We had jo bins when we moved in. I contacted Daisy who said to purchase them and raise a bill with the management, which I did and was quickly paid back.

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

Nothing , as once we were accepted we were given chances to re look around and then measure . When we did the measurements we were not under any time constraints, which was lovely.

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

Hythe town in really lovely. Also very close to the beach and seafront. Lovely quiet estate. All good local amenities.

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

Timely and efficiently. App for reporting any issues.

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

Firing range, flats to be built 2 doors down the road.

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

Great location for local shops and facilities, no traffic and a very quiet area. Only negative is the lack of outside bins for the majority of the houses in the area

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

Very quickly and professionally. I have no concerns to this point

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

The lack of refuse bins and associated cost of these from council

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

Shops & Restaurants: The range and quality are excellent. Situated seconds away from North Laine with it's independent boutiques, vintage markets, and an amazing food scene ranging from casual street food to high-end dining. Aldi is at the bottom of the road for practical grocery shopping. Bars & Nightlife: The Blockhouse is surrounded by traditional pubs, craft beer bars, and other venues. Open Spaces: Although situated in a dense urban centre, a large public park is just a short walk away. Brighton Seafront and beach are roughly a 15-minute walk. Transport Links - Trains: Brighton Train Station is only a 5-to-7-minute walk away, providing direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge in under an hour, as well as Gatwick Airport in 30 minutes. Buses: There are bus stops directly outside the property. Buses run regularly to the rest of the city and the universities. Problems: Because it is a central, heavily pedestrianised area, driving can be slow, traffic congested, and road layouts confusing for delivery drivers or visitors. Parking Availability: On-street parking is very restricted and expensive. There are a few on-site parking spaces which can be reserved directly with management if available. Secure indoor bicycle storage is provided on-site. Bin Collections & Deliveries: The Blockhouse has a superb on-site concierge and maintenance team, meaning parcel storage and waste management are handled easily within the complex. Anti-Social Behaviour: While central Brighton and the London Road experience standard city-centre nightlife foot traffic, residents at The Blockhouse feels very secure as a gated complex with 24/7 security and it's on-site team. Traffic & Noise: Because Pelham Street sits right next to the vibrant North Laine, daytime hustle and weekend nightlife noise are part of everyday life. However, the building has excellent insulation and street noise is well-blocked out.

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

Building management always respond quickly, professionally, and in a timely manner to any issues or problems that I have had. The on-site team and Reception staff acknowledge and address maintenance requests very quickly and handle all of my concerns in a polite, professional, and approachable manner. Reporting Facilities: Tenants can log problems or report issues directly through an on-site app.

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

Pros: Incredible Insulation: You rarely, if ever, need to turn the heating on during the winter, meaning energy costs are predominantly just for hot water. Seamless Management: The on-site front-of-house team and property management are highly proactive, acknowledging and fixing maintenance requests very quickly. Cons: Depending on where your flat sits in Block A, you may find the layout regarding the lift slightly frustrating. Car Parking Scarcity: Secure on-site parking spaces are incredibly limited.