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

Living in Hayes, especially at Gatefold Buildings, offers a great balance of convenience and lifestyle. There’s a good range of shops, restaurants, cafés, and supermarkets nearby, with high street brands and local options all within walking distance. Open spaces like Minet Country Park are close by, offering green relief. Transport links are excellent – Hayes & Harlington station (Elizabeth Line) is just a short walk away, making commuting into Central London quick and easy. The street is generally quiet, with regular bin collections and decent parking availability. It’s a safe, well-connected area with a growing community feel and very little anti-social behaviour.

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

Building management has been responsive and polite, addressing queries promptly and keeping residents informed of updates.

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

In summer, the rooftop terrace occasionally attracts non-residents, especially on warmer weekends. It’s worth checking with management about access controls. Also, one of the two lifts may be under maintenance at times, so if you’re on a higher floor, be prepared for occasional delays.

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

Gatefold Building is located in a quiet area with close proximity to the railway station and bus stops. The High Street is also nearby, and ASDA is within walking distance, making daily errands very convenient. One of the best features of APO Gatefold is the rooftop terrace. It’s a fantastic spot for get-togethers or kitty parties, especially during the summer.

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

Eddi, the Building Manager, is a very approachable and helpful person. Any issues we had so far have been resolved promptly by him. Recently, he organized a table tennis event for the residents, which was superb—we had a wonderful time and enjoyed every moment of it.

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

I cant think of any bad thing about the residence. Very happy with my stay here.

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

APO Gatefold enjoys excellent connectivity, being very close to both the railway station and bus stops. The High Street is just a 2-minute walk away, making daily errands and shopping extremely convenient. The locality itself is quiet and pleasant, offering a peaceful environment. Ample car parking is available, which adds to the overall convenience for residents and visitors alike.

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

The building management is very prompt in responding to any issues I’ve raised. They always strive to resolve problems as quickly as possible.

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

Nothing as such. This was the first place I moved into after coming to the country, and I’ve been very happy with every aspect of the locality.

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

The location of this building is absolutely amazing! Everything you need is just a short walk away — great restaurants, cafés, shops, and even transport links. It’s so convenient and makes day-to-day life really easy. I love being in such a vibrant, accessible area!

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

I just wanted to leave a quick note to say how much I appreciate living in this building — especially thanks to the amazing staff, and in particular Yinka at reception. She’s always incredibly friendly, welcoming, and a real pleasure to chat with. Yinka has been so supportive in helping me advertise my dog walking services around the building, which has made a real difference. She’s always ready to lend a hand, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about the residents here. It really makes such a positive impact having someone like her as part of the team — it’s comforting knowing there’s always a friendly face at reception, willing to help however she can. Big shout out and thank you to Yinka — you’re a star!

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

How the coffee machine is not available at the weekends

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

The proximity to New Street station is ideal for commuters. It is also surrounded by 24 hour convenience stores which is very handy.

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

I have not had any issues whilst living here. However any questions and requests I have, they are prompt with their responses and are willing to help!

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

When I attended my viewing, I did not realise the toilets do not have storage space. However, it’s not the worst.