A guide to living in Wales

Excellent

72.3%

Very Good

20.6%

Average

5.4%

Disappointing

1.2%

Very poor

0.5%

Best places to live in Wales

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Gramercy Tower, CF10

By Native Communities

Award winner 2025

4.89

4.89

(18 reviews)

Situated in the heart of Cardiff, Gramercy Tower is just 5 minutes from the city centre. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including a concierge, gym, roof terrace and private dining room. Cardiff Central railway station is also just a short walk away and Cardiff Airport is 30-minutes by car.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 19 in Wales

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Wood Street House, CF10

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.79

4.79

(195 reviews)

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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 19 in Wales

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PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

By PLATFORM_

4.41

4.41

(40 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.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 19 in Wales

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Verse, CF10

By Fresh

4.84

4.84

(25 reviews)

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.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 19 in Wales

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Cae Sant Barrwg, CF83

By Llanmoor Homes

4.69

4.69

(6 reviews)

Cae Sant Barrwg is located in Bedwas near the town of Caerphilly. The development will offer a wide range of homes including Affordable homes.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 19 in Wales

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Latest Reviews in Wales

588 total reviews

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Sara M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gramercy Tower, CF10

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Love Living Here

Sara M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gramercy Tower, CF10

May 2026

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

Gramercy Tower is a great place to live with fantastic views over the city and the best roof terrace I’ve seen. We’re within 5 to 10 minute walk of bars, restaurants and shops of Cardiff city centre and across the road from Cardiff train station. No regrets for moving here.

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

I raised an issue when I first moved bed in and they responded immediately. Offering support throughout.

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

The well thought out lay out of the apartments means it’s a quiet space. I hardly ever hear my neighbours


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N (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

May 2026

5
5
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5

Very nice building

N (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

May 2026

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

The area has all the essential shops and more and is perfect, everything from how close it is to the city centre and the train station makes it an excellent location.

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

Yes, when I had some issues with the door frame or something in the bathroom they got everything fixed for me in no time.

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

Nothing really comes comes to mind as everything was on par with my expectations about wood street house


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Em (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Lovely place to live

Em (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

Apr 2026

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

The building is located very close to the city centre so it's very easy to get to anything you need. Lots of shops, restaurants, etc around, with access to city transport within a short walking distance. Parking availability can be limited however.

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

I haven't had many problems living here, but the staff are always helpful answering any questions I have.

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

I wish I had known a little more about the parking availability, but otherwise everything was explained to me.


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Steph (Tenant)

Unverified

The Copper Works, CF10

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great experience

Steph (Tenant)

Unverified

The Copper Works, CF10

Apr 2026

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

Good- so close to city centre and local transport links. No noise outside despite being central despite some trains but very easy to get used to. Local shops downstairs and close to everything.

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

Quickly and efficiently. Always respond within a day.

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

Great social events organised. Gym can get quite busy


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Suzie R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I absolutely love it here!

Suzie R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Apr 2026

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

I have been here 1 month and I absolutely love it! The whole of Cardiff town is on the doorstep. And so is beautiful Bute Park! Transport is right on the doorstep, if needed, including the train station, to go out & about in or out of Cardiff or down the wonderful bay. Traffic noise is expected a little being in the centre of it all. I'm up high so it's not an issue. There is parking but I don't need it. Large bins are very clean and organised and indoors, which i love.

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

I had a couple of teething issues that were sorted immediately and with a smile!

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

The only concern i had when moving in was what was the noise like. I did try to get a viewing on a Friday after 6pm to check but this couldn't be done. Luckily I'm up high so the noise isn't a problem. It's faint background noise on the weekends. But I think that should be something potential renters should have the option to do.


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