A guide to living in South West England

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

All positives- very quiet considering we are living in the city centre. Close to local shops (walking distance) and very close to the train station.

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

Very quick to resolve issues. Front of house quick to escalate issues to maintenance team.

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

Not many negatives. The flat is very warm which is good in winter as you might not need the heating on however, might get extremely hot in summer. Would be good to have air con option as a standard for living here considering the price point for living here.

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

Is a really nice place with everything u need but the service and the attention to the details or problematic is so bad

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

If u have a problem or a issue with the apartment they will take a while

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

Nothing is special because at the end of the day I’m fine like this but for what I pay I think I should have better service than that

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

Living in this area is overall a pleasant experience. It’s extremely well-connected, with reliable public transport and everything you need within walking distance — supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and green spaces. The neighbourhood feels safe and is generally quiet. On the downside, parking is quite limited and can be difficult to find at certain times. Also, although most essentials are nearby, there aren’t many late-night options available.

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

Management has been friendly and communicative whenever I’ve reported an issue. They acknowledge requests promptly and keep you updated on the progress. That said, the actual repairs can take a few days to be scheduled, which isn’t ideal if you’re facing something urgent. Still, they show a clear intention to support residents and resolve problems professionally.

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

Before moving in, I didn’t realise how limited the parking situation was. If you rely on a car, it’s worth confirming your options early. Also, although the building advertises a gym, it’s very small and not suitable for a full workout routine — more like a basic fitness room. These details are easy to overlook during viewings but can make a difference day to day.

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

The building/ development is in close proximity to the city center with an abundance of bars and eateries, the main shopping street with enclosed and open retail in a vibrant neighbourhood. While the building is not in the very heart of the city center, it is safely tucked a couple of hundred meters away within a few minutes walk from convenience stores and public transport including the train station. It is a relatively quiet and private neighbourhood with all the amenities and facilities one would be looking for within reach.

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

Very quick and extremely efficient service leading to quick resolutions

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

I did a thorough study of this development before moving in, there is nothing I can think of that I may have missed

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

Local area has lots of shops and it is very close to bus routes, town center and train station but also lots of noisy students, homeless, addicts

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

The lack of management and ever changing staff means nothing gets done, lifts have been down for weeks

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

How bad and dangerous the area is, the lack of management and social aspect. It is just not good value for money