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20.4

Average

5.2

Disappointing

1.0

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0.3

Best places to live in South Glamorgan

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Wood Street House, CF10

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.77

4.77

(160 reviews)

£980-£2,260 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

Wood Street House is located in the heart of Cardiff Central Square. Residents can enjoy a gym and a roof terrace with views across Cardiff castle and the Stadium. Additionally, there are private dining rooms, a lounge, games zone and work spaces. Furthermore, Wood Street House comes with free super fast broadband everywhere, and an on-site team always available for help. On ground level, residents enjoy riverside walks along the Taff Trail, designer shopping at St David’s 2, independent shopping in the numerous arcades, cocktails and dancing on St Mary’s Street. Plus, internationally renowned sport, heritage and culture are right on the doorstep.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Verse, CF10

By Fresh

4.83

4.83

(23 reviews)

Studios, 1, 2 beds

Situated in the heart of Cardiff, Verse blends work and play with Cardiff’s vibrant arts, music and cultural district. Apartments come furnished or unfurnished, with a collection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments available. Plus, pets are welcome in this brand new community.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Plas Ty Draw, CF23

By Redrow

4.51

4.51

(9 reviews)

Plas Ty Draw in Lisvane, Cardiff, is a high-quality Redrow development offering a superb selection of family homes from their award-winning Heritage Collection. Positioned just five miles from Cardiff City Centre and conveniently close to the M4, the development offers ease of access to the capital's amenities and is surrounded by a variety of good and excellent schools, the Cardiff Golf Club, and much more, making it a popular choice for families looking for quality living​
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Cwrt Sant Ioan, CF5

By Redrow

4.38

4.38

(11 reviews)

Cwrt Sant Ioan at Plasdŵr offers a contemporary range of 3-bedroom homes situated on the outskirts of Cardiff near Radyr village. It's part of Plasdŵr, envisioned as a world-class community in a country park setting, combining accessibility with a sense of retreat from city congestion. This development includes substantial investments in education and transport, aiming to provide a vibrant, self-contained, and sustainable garden city. Plasdŵr is designed to meet the capital's housing needs and support its economic growth, creating an ideal place to live, work, and play.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

By PLATFORM_

4.34

4.34

(26 reviews)

Brand new 1- & 2-bedroom apartments at Wales' first Build-to-Rent development just 6 minutes from Cardiff Central station. Residents benefit from co-working spaces, free use of the on-site gym, and two rooftop terraces with stunning views across the city and down to the bay.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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LJ (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

Aug 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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High turnover of managers and community hosts, neighbouring HMO…

LJ (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

Aug 2025

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

It’s best to register with South Wales Listens and select Butetown, the town centre and Dumballs Road/The Huggard to keep up with the crime problems in the area.

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

It’s very difficult to get a reply to emails around here, there are constant noise issues that I have to bring to the team’s attention but when it’s the staff and contractors are the source of the disturbances, all easily avoided and not a consequence of their work, just pure thoughtless and low expectations for residents. It does little in the way of help set an example when e.g. the security guard is allowing doors to slam closed behind at midnight as he does his vacant apartment checks.

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

The area, very close to a HMO, I’ve seen people having sex in the car park. I’ve seen people using hard drugs on the pavement outside. You sometimes have no choice but to walk past groups of these people hanging out while on your way to town. The high turnover of staff. It is unsettling, particularly when it involves the manager. The early weekend morning noise disturbances from the office block across the road having their windows cleaned, being woken on a Thursday, the Friday, the Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday between 6 am and 7 am over the Easter bank holiday weekend for example. The starting at 6 am deliveries to the Co-op in the commercial unit on the ground floor. The skateboarders! Clack, clack and clack for hours at a time.


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Nayef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Aug 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Living in Wood Street House has been a very positive experience overall

Nayef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Aug 2025

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

Living in Wood Street House has been a pleasant experience. The area is well-connected, with Wood Street station just a short walk away, making it easy to get into central London or other parts of the city. There are plenty of local shops, cafes, and restaurants nearby, offering a good range of options. The atmosphere is generally quiet and safe, and there are several green spaces within walking distance. Bin collections are regular, and I haven’t faced any issues with parking or noise. Overall, it’s a convenient and comfortable place to live.

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

The building management has always been quick, helpful, and friendly in responding to any issues I’ve raised. They handle problems efficiently and communicate clearly throughout the process.

Manager response

Hi Nayef, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. It is great to hear that you are enjoying your home at Wood Street House! We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Harita. Thank you for choosing Wood Street House as your home. Best wishes, The Wood Street House Management Team

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Leah Francis, Community and Operations Manager

Aug 2025


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Bashaer J (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Amazing staff and facilities.

Bashaer J (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

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

Amazing location, facilities, and great interior. Loved the staff very friendly and safe. Great safety 24 hours concierge . Maintenance team was always very helpful

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

Very fast response, great email and reception connecting and they solve any issues immediately

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

great place wish I had more time here. Amazing location

Manager response

Hi Bashaer, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. It is great to hear that you are enjoying your home at Wood Street House! We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Harita, she will be delighted with her mention. Thank you for choosing Wood Street House as your home. Best wishes, The Wood Street House Management Team

Posted by

Leah Francis, Community and Operations Manager

Aug 2025


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Lfy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

5
5
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5

Nice stay

Lfy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

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

There’s a good mix of local shops, cafés, and restaurants, though variety can be limited. Several lovely parks and green spaces offer a welcome escape.

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

The management team provide swift respond as they are available almost every time I needed help

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

I wish I know this place earlier and have to book for an apartment 2 weeks before moving in

Manager response

Hi Lfy, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. It is great to hear that you are enjoying your home at Wood Street House! Thank you for choosing Wood Street House as your home. Best wishes, The Wood Street House Management Team

Posted by

Leah Francis, Community and Operations Manager

Aug 2025


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Ryan (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Harita is the best

Ryan (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

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

The local area is vibrant and there is always something to do right on your doorstep, would definitely recommend.

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

They have always responded in a timely manner and sorted everything

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

How hot the hallways are but this can’t be helped :)

Manager response

Hi Ryan, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review - its great to see 5's across the board! It is great to hear that you are enjoying your home at Wood Street House! We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Harita. Thank you for choosing Wood Street House as your home. Best wishes, The Wood Street House Management Team

Posted by

Leah Francis, Community and Operations Manager

Aug 2025


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