A Guide to Living in Yorkshire and the Humber

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The development is really modern and rather gorgeous. It is a bit pricey overall, but there are a lot of amenities and benefits to renting here. Access to a free gym is great and the common workspaces are all quite beautiful and relaxing. I feel really secure living here, as the area is relatively well lit, there are a lot of cameras around, and there’s reception assistance 24/7. The staff is really helpful and do their best to help you as fast as possible. I also appreciate that all packages are first received by reception, that way I never miss a delivery.

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

Council tax cost.

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

There were some issues with my apartment when I moved in. However, staff moved fast and immediately did their best to fix the problem.

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This is a brand new building, with nicely decorated apartments and good shared facilities. I live in a one bedroom with a balcony. The living room has a decent size for a one bed flat. The kitchen is equipped with really good quality home appliances. The furniture is of good design and makes it very easy to decorate and make the space look like a home. The only downsides for me are: the space in the living area is not properly used, as I have a lot of space left in the kitchen area while the living is a bit crowded, which annoys me. This makes a difference when you live in a small flat. I also enjoy cooking a lot and feel like doing it less that I’d normally do because there is really few space for cooking (maybe a 60cm2 piece of bench between the hob and the sink). None of those things are actually big issues and do not prevent me having a good time here. Apart from that, the building is very well located, the staff is really friendly and supportive, the building is well organized and looked after, there is a nice atmosphere around. If you are looking for a good place to live in the city center, I really recommend Mustard Wharf.

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The constant noise of the train station. I have to keep the door closed for most of the time when I’m home to keep the noise controlled as my flat is literally facing the train line. I’m positively surprised with how nicely warm the flat is.

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

The staff is really friendly, supportive and effective. I had great and very quick responses every time I needed.

Living on the street is nice. Theres a lovely community feel from everyone par one weedy boy racer from the council lettings on the street whos always driving like an idiot up and down the street and fighting in the middle of it (hey suppose it gives an entertainment aspect but not what i paid nearly 300k for a tiny house for). (And i also Wouldn’t mind but the kurbs are still 2m high (overexagereat slightly, however it felt 2m when my alloy caught them) and pot holes all over the place as jones homes haven’t come back to finish the road (even though all homes are now occupied). It also would have been nicer if they’d have planned something like a pond or a residents park for the children.

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The weather is harsh and i fear that my home isnt really built to last the weather up here and that aspect wasnt thought through very well.

Inside is nice and well planned out. Options where good when picking.

Site lads and ladies have always been amazing! Always willing to help if ever we needed anything doing.

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

Dont buy a house near the council lettings. You might get a weedy boy racer move in

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

Yes, took sometime when gone througj the official channels but they eventually got done

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Amazing staff. Very friendly and welcoming. Nothing is too much
Lots of amenities. Gym is perfect, often very quiet and has everything you need. Communal area spaces perfect for work and are aesthetically pleasing
Flats are the perfect size and have very good appliances
Option to have flats cleaned at an extra cost

Only downside is that the sofa and bed are very hard. At the start of my tenancy, I felt like I was lying on a plank of wood when on my bed so I had to get another mattress topper as well as using the one they provided when I first arrived. I am used to it now so is fine

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Ongoing building works not ideal. Pets are allowed which is a great advantage

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

Problem with dishwasher. Dealt with quite slowly but think it was due to supplier. Other than that everything dealt with quickly. Would constantly phone the reception asking questions at the beginning of my stay and they dealt with all my queries.