A guide to living in Borough of Wandsworth

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

Wandsworth Town is a convenient and increasingly lively area, with a good mix of shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and green spaces. New Acres itself has several independent businesses, including cafés, restaurants, a Waitrose and other useful services, while Southside Shopping Centre and Wandsworth High Street provide a wider range of shops and everyday amenities. There are also parks and riverside areas nearby, which are good for walking and relaxing. Transport links are one of the main advantages, with Wandsworth Town railway station very close by and regular trains towards Clapham Junction and Waterloo. There are also several bus routes connecting the area with Battersea, Putney, Clapham and other parts of London. The main downside is that there is no Underground station immediately nearby, so journeys requiring the Tube can sometimes be less convenient. The area around New Acres is generally modern and residential. Downside is the nearby waste and recycling facility, which can occasionally result in concerns around noise or odours. Overall, the area is well connected and has a good range of amenities, with ongoing improvements planned for Wandsworth Town Centre.

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

The building management team has always been responsive and professional when dealing with issues. Kamil and Francisco are approachable, listen to concerns and make a genuine effort to resolve problems quickly and keep residents updated throughout.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how much the community and communal spaces add to the overall experience. The development has a friendly atmosphere, and there are plenty of opportunities to meet neighbours and make use of the facilities. My advice would be to get involved early, explore the communal areas and don’t hesitate to speak to the building management team if you need anything—they are very approachable and helpful. One thing I wish I had known before moving in is the proximity of the recycling centre. Apart from this, the development itself is a great place to live, with great facilities, a friendly community and a very convenient location.

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

My room faced the internal side of the building, so it was very quiet and I never really had any issues with noise from neighbours. The neighbourhood itself is nice and feels very safe and peaceful. There’s a good French restaurant just across the road, and the river is only a few steps away which is a big plus. In the other direction there isn’t a huge amount going on, but overall it’s a very pleasant and quiet area to live in.

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

As I said, the building management staff was very friendly and approachable. Kafi and Guglielmo always helped when I lost my keys, looking ofr my parcels, and holding things for me when needed. More than anything, they were always welcoming and easy to speak to, which made a real difference day to day.

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

I’d say this building is better for people who enjoy living around others and don’t mind a more social environment. You always have your studio to be on your own, but there will always be people in the common areas, which is the upside if you like meeting/hanging out with new people. If you really value having your own space and mostly keeping to yourself, there are probably better options out there.

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

Bloom East has exceeded our very high expectations!! We knew it would be great to have easy access to the Battersea Power Station (and its tube station) but we didn’t fully appreciate how great it would be. The M&S supermarket is a particularly nice resource, in addition to the waitrose that’s so close to Bloom 9 Elms

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

Yes, the maintenance team, including Malachy, has always been extremely prompt and courteous

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

The availability of tube and bus transport is excellent but takes some time to figure out

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

Good amenities, amazing team that manage the building and good position close to the train station! And Wandsworth is an amazing area

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

The building is well manage and the team is amazing always ready to help you in a polite way

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

The only things I wasn't sure was the transport, but Wandsworth is well connected and also buses

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

Bloom West is in a fantastic location, with everything you could need close by. There are plenty of restaurants, supermarkets and cafés nearby, as well as excellent public transport connections, making it very convenient for everyday life. The facilities are also exceptional. Everything is beautifully maintained and there are fantastic spaces and amenities that really add to the overall experience. A great combination of location, convenience and excellent facilities. We’ve been very impressed!

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

Can’t comment on that yet as we have just moved in

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

Nothing that I can say yet as we just moved in, but everything seems very nice