A guide to living in South West London

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

The area surrounding Moda Embassy Boulevard is one of its biggest advantages. It offers a perfect balance of convenience and comfort, with quiet, well-maintained streets and a peaceful atmosphere that makes everyday living enjoyable. Despite being calm and residential, the neighborhood is well-connected — essential shops, cafes, and daily conveniences are just a short drive away.

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

I have had few issues with my apartment and they have been sorted or being sorted by the team

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

I wish I knew the gym will be ready by January but they have given me a free membership

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

Good: - Easy commute to work - Good quality furniture - Quiet living environment - Online application for the community - Good community Bad: - Relatively small living space

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

Quick response. We once had an issue with the dish washer, which can’t drain the water by itself because of the shallow pipe. We reported the issue and someone came to check and fix it within a week.

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

Remember to check the water pressure and the bed softness when you view the house.

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

The street where the building is located is very quiet, and the area isn’t noisy at all. You might occasionally hear the Overground trains from Loughborough Junction, but overall it’s a very peaceful place — you almost forget you’re only 12 minutes away from busy Brixton. There’s a Tesco nearby, several convenience shops, and Loughborough Junction station is just a short walk away. Overall, a great and calm location.

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

Super fast, always attentive and responsive. You have also an app to communicate with them.

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

No, there’s nothing I wish I had known beforehand. During my viewing everything was explained very clearly, and the team was completely transparent about all the details

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

Love living in the building, super convenient for location with Battersea power station 15 minutes away

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

Very promptly, great communication from the stafff

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

Gym currently not available, however there are several local gyms in the area

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

Strengths Local Amenities Quality & Range: The area boasts a solid mix of shops—from a well-stocked neighborhood grocery store (with fresh produce and daily essentials) to small independent boutiques selling handmade goods, plus a large supermarket a 5-minute walk away for bulk shopping. Restaurants are diverse too: there’s a family-friendly Italian diner, a cozy Thai spot with authentic flavors, and a casual burger joint popular with locals. Bars are low-key but welcoming, with one rooftop bar offering views of the nearby park. Open spaces are a highlight: a 10-acre community park with a playground, walking trails, and a small lake, plus two pocket parks on residential streets—perfect for morning walks or picnics. Transport Convenience: Public transport is accessible: a bus stop 2 minutes from my door runs every 15 minutes to the city center (20-minute ride) and connects to the main train station. The train station itself is a 10-minute walk or 3-minute bus ride away, with hourly trains to the city and nearby towns. For drivers, major roads are easy to access, making day trips straightforward. Street Living Perks: Parking is generally available—most households have off-street parking, and on-street spaces are usually free after 6 PM (though busy during weekday mornings). Bin collections are reliable: weekly for general waste and recycling, with a monthly collection for garden waste. Neighbors are friendly; we often chat while taking out bins, and there’s a small street WhatsApp group for sharing updates (like local events or lost pets). Weaknesses Amenity Gaps: While shops cover basics, there’s no dedicated pharmacy—we have to walk 15 minutes to the next neighborhood or rely on the supermarket’s small pharmacy section, which can be inconvenient for last-minute meds. Late-night dining is limited too; most restaurants close by 10 PM, with only one 24-hour convenience store for late snacks. Transport Issues: Bus services drop off sharply after 10 PM—weekend buses run only hourly after that, and there are no night buses, forcing late commuters to use ride-shares. The train station’s car park fills up by 8 AM on weekdays, leaving early drivers struggling for spaces. Street-Level Nuisances: Traffic noise is noticeable during weekday rush hours (7–9 AM and 5–7 PM) since my street connects two busy roads—though it quiets down by 9 PM. Anti-social behavior is rare but not unheard of: a few times a year, teens gather in the pocket park late at night, making noise or leaving litter, though the local council usually responds quickly if reported. Overall, it’s a family-friendly, convenient area with strong community vibes, but small gaps in amenities and late-night transport make it less ideal for those needing 24/7 access to services.

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

The building management has responded to issues I’ve raised in a mostly prompt and solution-focused way. For example, when I reported a leaky bathroom faucet, they scheduled a plumber within 24 hours, and the repair was completed the next day—they even followed up to confirm it was fixed. When I mentioned the out-of-service security cameras in the visitor parking lot, they acknowledged the issue immediately, sent a maintenance team to inspect within 48 hours, and updated me once the cameras were repaired. They also proactively shared plans to add monthly checks for the cameras to prevent future problems. For smaller concerns, like a burnt-out light in the hallway, a staff member came to replace it the same afternoon I flagged it. Overall, their response time is reliable (usually 24–48 hours for most issues), and they communicate clearly throughout the process, which makes resolving problems less stressful. The only minor delay was once when a request for a new door hinge took 3 days—they apologized for the wait and explained it was due to a part backorder, which felt reasonable given the context.

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

One key thing I wish I’d known before moving in is how limited on-street parking gets during weekday mornings and weekend afternoons—something a typical 30-minute viewing (which I did on a weekday evening) never revealed. While the development doesn’t have on-site parking, I assumed nearby streets would have enough spaces, but between commuters heading to the city and visitors to the local café down the block, finding a spot after 8 AM on weekdays often means circling for 15–20 minutes. Once, I was running late for a work meeting because I couldn’t park, and I ended up having to pay for a nearby paid lot—an unexpected recurring cost.