Please tell us what you like and dislike about this area:

A good selection of cafes, restaurants, takeaways, newsagents and supermarkets in close walking distance, with lots more a short journey away at Walthamstow.Very close to station with excellent transport links.

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

Building and installation quality is variable from good to incomplete, so it is worth checking things before using them and finding out the hard way.Some addresses haven’t been submitted to Royal Mail, meaning many insurers won’t cover them. It is worth emailing your full address to the Royal Mail postcode database team to ensure that it is eventually updated.The portal isn’t a particularly relevant or practically useful tool beyond the initial application process, so should be discounted when trying to report things or get up to date information.Rent is a recurring card payment rather than a standing order so you will have to remember to keep on top of card details if they change, or else risk a penalty charge from Fizzy.

I love how the building is super modern and also quirky at the same time. The BEST part is the heritage behind this area being the old vinyl factory (EMI Offices). The decor of building is quite impressive and to me has no competition in the surrounding area. This is the place to be, considering the flats are a new development, my apartment is finished to a very high standard. During the start of the pandemic Fizzy Living were quick to instal hand sanitiser stations at door ways and promote social distancing in the buildings. During this difficult time I think it’s great that Fizzy offer their support to their tenancies. COVID-19 has been an extremely difficult year for everyone and I think Fizzy Living should be noticed for going the extra mile as they have been offering tenants to participate in a range of online zoom activities such as dance classes/workouts/cooking classes to help people to keep going during this pandemic.

We also have lovely roof tops and communal gardens which are excellent to relax and also create your working space in. Fizzy also make this development more like a home by providing summer and winter party’s where you can connect with your neighbours. When I moved in I received a booklet with all the appliances manuals, I also find it easy to keep track of my bills. The energy consumption is very easy to keep an eye on with all the appliances being so new and even having eco options. Another perk is having free hyperopic WIFI. For anyone that’s OCD like me there are cleaners here most days ensuring the communal areas, lobby and gardens are well cleaned and maintained.

We also have the Property managers (BONS) which I touched on earlier. They are on hand when ever you need them. If there are any repairs or problems with your flat you can log this onto the Fizzy App and this will be seen too pretty much straight away. I’m amazed how quickly I receive a response. When I was looking for a place to live in London a big part of it was the safety aspect, we have fobs to enter the building. We also have two doors before you can get inside for extra safety so no unwanted visitors within the building, placing your mind at ease.

The rent is very reasonable for the location, to me it’s worth every penny. There’s lots of exciting things happening in Hayes and it’s an up and coming area. Great links to the Airport and soon into central London with the new Elizabeth line.

Please tell us what you like and dislike about this area:

My tenancy started in September 2020 so I am now coming up to six months living in the development. This is my first rental experience in London and I would recommend Fizzy Living for anyone looking to live in West London. If it’s your first time renting or moving to London I would strongly suggest this rental company to ease you in. Everything was very transparent with no hidden fees at all, very impressed by the professionalism of the BOBS (onsite property managers). Ha one of the property managers is very attentive and supportive especially during the moving process and throughout.

I moved in with my best friend who’s been with Fizzy Living for over three years now. I moved here as I’m Cabin Crew for British Airways and need to be within reaching distance to Heathrow Airport. The Airport is only a six minute commute by train from Hayes and Harlington station which is a short ten minute walk from door to door.

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

As mentioned, this is a up and going area so there is a lot of building happening in the area. Since being here it has progressed massively, it can be noisy outside during the daylight hours but for me this doesn’t affect me at all. As mentioned the features of the noise cancellation windows and my balcony looking into the beautiful communal gardens I wouldn’t say I even notice what’s going on outside of the development. The features of the apartment knocks out everything going on outside.

What is the best feature of your home:

There’s so many good features but I will list a few. My bedroom faces onto a national train track, but I have triple glazed windows and a added noise cancellation window which enables me to optimise my rest for work. Another feature that I like is the fact that I feel I have my own space as well as a private space because of the design of the apartment it’s very spacious.

Mentioning safety the door is a thick steal door with numerous locking bolts so I feel safe.

Another great feature in the flat is also the intercom system, which allows me to let people into the lobby for example parcel deliveries, food orders etc. The intercom also has CCTV so I can see who is calling.

My favourite feature is the Havac ventilation system which creates a fresh and healthy airflow/atmosphere instead the flat. With humidity control to promote healthier air which is a bonus living in London with a high pollution rate.

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Design

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Location

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Value

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Management

There are some things that are out of anyone’s control as always with anything, like the developing views around, and taxi drivers getting lost… But a huge compensation for that is the very personable, accommodating and overall excellent service you get from the BOBs. They really do their best to find solutions to any issues, and are very responsive.

The appartment itself is very apt for a couple. It’s amazingly soundproofed, it’s spacious (we even have a piano inside) and modern. We took our flat furnished and the quality of the furniture is excellent.

Moving in was very easy and guidance was provided by the BOBs whenever there was a need. They provide a nice folder with all of the manuals to appliances, your tenancy agreement, information about things in the flat, etc. when you move in, as well as a welcome surprise(!).

There are regular social events where you can spend time with neighbours (and their pets if they come along too), and an app where you can discuss any issues or things that make you happy with neighbours and with bobs.

I think we are definitely getting our value for money here, and although it makes our journeys to work longer, we absolutely love our little ‘pod’ and are very happy to be here.

Please tell us what you like and dislike about this area:

Good transport links with the station around a 7 minute walk away (access to Ldn Paddington ~17 minutes, Heathrow ~7 minutes) and regular buses to Uxbridge and Ealing Broadway (trains can take you here quite quickly, too)

The town is quite small, but has what you need, like Wilkinson and Lidl – if you’re looking for something more lively (whilst we wait for Hayes to develop a bit more), Ealing Broadway is nice.

We noticed a lack of Italian restaurants around the area, otherwise you’re well equipped with Indian Restaurants and the good old chicken shop.

There isn’t a cinema either, but apparently there’ll be one very close to Fizzy in the near future… Meanwhile I think there’s an Odéon in Uxbridge.

There’s a leisure centre nearby and a climbing centre just downstairs, we don’t get discounts here sadly but it’s very nice to have them around 🙂

If there is one thing you would change about your flat or property what would it be:

More soundproofing at the front door (but this is really knit picking now – very hard to find something to say here, sorry!)

The flats themselves have modern furnishings, never seem to get cold (lovely in the winter!) are spacious enough for two people in a single bed flat. The (free!) Hyperoptic WiFi can sometimes be a little flaky, but can be upgraded at cost. Gas must be supplied through Vital energy and can’t be changed – a little frustrating when there are cheaper options on the market. Electricity providers can be switched at will.

If you’re a pet owner it’s a very welcoming building, with lots of fellow dog and cat owners. The only downside for pet owners is the steep £50/month charge (on top of a hefty deposit) to keep a dog.

Please tell us what you like and dislike about this area:

Transport-wise, the area is well-connected (Hammersmith/District/Central all in walking distance). Stepney Green is largely residential with smaller shops and a few local parks, though Victoria Park is a brisk walk away. Dog owners are well-served for walkers and other owners. Restaurants are few and far between, however.

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

That the gas provider cannot be changed from Vital.

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

They’ve always responded promptly and fairly to any concerns.

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Value

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Management