A guide to living in South East England

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

Living in High Wycombe is very convenient for me. The location is excellent because it gives me easy access to my children, local shops and very good transport connections into London and the surrounding areas. There is a good range of shops and services nearby and most things I need are within easy reach. Transport links are excellent by car, train and bus, which makes the area very practical for daily life and travel. The street itself feels safe, clean and generally quiet. Even though the development is in the centre of High Wycombe, the noise level is surprisingly low and when the windows are closed, you hardly notice that you are living in a town centre. The only point I would mention is visitor parking. There are limited visitor spaces on site, although there is a multi-storey car park opposite. It would be a nice improvement if residents could receive a discount for visitor parking there.

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

Building management has responded excellently to any issues I have raised. Where possible, repairs have been carried out instantly by the in-house maintenance team. If parts need to be ordered or external contractors are required, then naturally there can be a short delay, but communication remains helpful, professional and clear.

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

I wish I had known just how helpful the staff are. My advice to any new resident would be to simply ask if you need help, because the team will always try to assist in the best possible way. I would also say that almost everything you need is on your doorstep. Even though the development is in the centre of High Wycombe, the building is much quieter than expected and with the windows closed, you hardly notice the town centre location.

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

The location is very convenient, with a good selection of local shops, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants within easy reach. There are also several open green spaces nearby that make the area pleasant for walking and outdoor activities. Transport links are excellent, with regular bus services and easy access to central Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. Parking was generally available and the street felt safe and well maintained. Bin collections were reliable, and I experienced very little anti-social behaviour.

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

They were quick and helpful. Any issue with the flat was resolved to the highest of standards.

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

I had all information shared with me by the team since the start

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

Being so close to milton keynes central station has been very helpful. It's a 10 minute walk, or a 3 minute scooter/bike ride or a £5 Uber ride if it's raining. So convenient. Parking in the garage is great, car and belongings are safe and secure (and dry). Everybody in the building to the management, staff and every resident we've come in contact with has been lovely. We never have any issues with hearing noises from neighbors which was a concern in moving into a flat - but it's no issue here. On new years eve it was great b/c from our flat we could see all the fireworks all around the city from the comfort of our home! Of course, it goes without saying that being within a block of grocery stores, the mall, a gym and dozen of restaurants is incredible. We feel very lucky to live here. We could even walk to the Milton Keynes Theater for the Pantamine show last Christmas.

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

Quickly and has always fixed any problem we've had with one go.

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

How great the restaurants are that are just right around the corner!

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

The Almere is in the most idyllic location in Milton Keynes. Sainsbury's is right across the street so we have the easiest, fastest access to groceries. We found an amazing Thai massage spa across the street that we visit at least a couple times a month, our gym (Bannatynes) is literally the building right next door to our flat - and the mall is just a block away. And the train station is a 10 minute walk (or a 3 minutes Lime bike/scooter away). Then there's a dozen restaurants all within the same block as our flat! Everything from nice/fancy restaurants, to faster-food places like Nandos. Every amenity is within walking distance - I can't imagine why anyone would choose to live anywhere else if they're looking for flat-living!

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

The couple of times we had to put in for maintenance requests - we've been serviced within a day, if not the very same day! Even once on a bank holiday!! And they come into our flat with the best attitude - friendly, helpful, personable - I've never once experienced anyone here with a gripey disposition. Always cheery and lovely.

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

Everybody here is very accommodating and helpful. Check out all the restaurants that are right around the corner- they're really quite good!

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

We moved into our rental back in March to cover the period of time until we move into our new house. Good access to local shops and excellent takeaways. I swim every day and the leisure centre is on my door step. Bins collected like clockwork every week. No problems with parking we have 3 spaces and an electric charge point. Zero traffic noise, only residents use the road. Bentley train station 10 minutes drive and fast train straight into London. We live on the intersection of a public footpath, however despite being used there is no noise or disruption.

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

Quick, professional and excellent customer service. 5 stars

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

We have been very happy living here and enjoyed the modern features of our comfortable and welcoming property