Grainger

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Grainger

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  • Website: www.graingerplc.co.uk

  • No. of developments: 37

  • Development locations: North London, West London, East London, UK Wide

HomeViews Awards

  • 10 Excellence Awards

  • 8 Design Awards

  • 7 Facilities Awards

  • 11 Location Awards

  • 7 Management Awards

  • 5 Value Awards

Developments by Grainger

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Clippers Quay, M50

4.21

4.21

(137 reviews)

Perfectly located with a great mix of tranquil waterside living, combined with great transport connections into Manchester or Media City. Clippers Quay offers light and spacious well-designed apartments with stunning views across the city and the River Irwell. We have a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
8th

Ranked 8th out of 30 in Salford

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Award Winner 2024

Brook Place, S11

Award winner 2024

4.3

4.30

(83 reviews)

Close to the city centre and located in the bustling Ecclesall Road area of Sheffield, Brook Place offers a new way of hassle-free living. Stylishly designed apartments with free Wi-Fi, lounge, gym and so much more. Our pet friendly building means there’s home for furry friends too! We have a selection of 1 & 2 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
8th

Ranked 8th out of 20 in Sheffield

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Award Winner 2025

Abbeville Apartments, IG11

Award winner 2025

4.03

4.03

(76 reviews)

Located in the heart of Barking, with bustling high street shops and local markets, Abbeville offers spacious, modern open plan apartments with lounge, gym and community garden. Asda supermarket is next door, so the weekly shop is a breeze! Regular events and clubs make it easy to get to know the neighbours and there is large park directly opposite. We have a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 10 in Barking

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The Forge, NE1

4.49

4.49

(74 reviews)

Ideally located between Newcastle’s Quayside and the city centre, The Forge offers modern and spacious apartments with well designed open plan kitchen/dining space. Exclusive resident facilities such as a lounge, co-working booths and meeting room are all included, and we are pet friendly – with a dedicated garden just for them! Choose from a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 8 in Newcastle

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Solstice Apartments, MK9

Award winner 2025

4.75

4.75

(75 reviews)

Situated next to Campbell Park with acres of beautiful green space and opposite Centre:MK, Solstice Apartments is ideal for those who want modern, light and spacious apartments with everything on the doorstep. We have a selection of 1 & 2 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 14 in Milton Keynes

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This company is rated 4.28 out of 5.00.
4.28

1365 total reviews

This all-time rating combines reviewer scores for Experience, Value, Location, Facilities, Management and Design as well as the age and verification status of each review.

Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

37

Developments by Grainger

Experience

4.3

Value

3.9

Location

4.5

Facilities

4.2

Management

4.1

Design

4.3

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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'.

Omar Ibrahim (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Solstice Apartments, MK9

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Exceptional Living Experience with an Amazing Team

Omar Ibrahim (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Solstice Apartments, MK9

May 2026

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

One of the best aspects of living in this area is the convenience, beauty, and strong sense of community. Everything is nearby, including shopping, restaurants, parks, and entertainment, which makes everyday life easy and enjoyable. The neighborhood is peaceful, clean, and very well-maintained, creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The area also feels very safe and family-friendly, and the people here are kind and respectful. There is always a positive energy throughout the community, and it truly feels like a place you can call home. Another wonderful aspect is the exceptional management and staff who genuinely care about residents and work hard to make the living experience outstanding. The property is always kept looking beautiful, maintenance is reliable, and the overall environment is relaxing and enjoyable. Overall, this is an amazing area to live in, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, comfortable, and welcoming community.

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

Building management has always been extremely responsive, professional, and helpful whenever I have had any questions or concerns. Danielle, Lisa, and Floyd consistently handle everything quickly and efficiently while maintaining a positive and caring attitude. Communication is excellent, and they always make residents feel heard and valued. Their dedication to providing outstanding service truly stands out and greatly contributes to the overall positive living experience at Solstice Apartments.

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

I wish I had known just how welcoming and enjoyable the community would be before moving in. The atmosphere at Solstice Apartments has exceeded my expectations in every way. The property is beautiful, peaceful, and very well-maintained, and the staff especially Danielle, Lisa, and Floyd truly make the experience exceptional. Their professionalism, kindness, and dedication create such a positive environment that it immediately feels like home.


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Amy Robson (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hawkins & George, BS1

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Highly recommend!

Amy Robson (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hawkins & George, BS1

May 2026

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

Amazing location, close to Cabot circus and all the shops. Within walking distance of Temple Meads and Bristol Bus station. Loads of great restaurants and cafes near by

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

Easy to raise maintenance issue on the app or speak to the front desk team who deal with all issues in a timely manner and give regular updates with any ongoing issues.

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

Best location in Bristol! Would recommend anyone to live here!


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Celeste (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gilders Yard, B18

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A pleasant and comfortable place to call home.

Celeste (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gilders Yard, B18

May 2026

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

Gilders Yard is in a convenient location with local busses on the doorstep, a Tesco across the street and a Go Local next door. The Church Pub is warm and friendly and it’s just a quick walk to the heart of the Jewellery Quarter with lovely restaurants. It would be ideal if there was a traffic light at the corner as it’s quite difficult to cross the street during rush hour and busy times of the day.

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

I have had a few minor issues with appliances. The staff has been exceptional in addressing them.

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

I needed to do my viewing virtually as I was moving from out of town. It was managed quite well I don’t think I would have any additional recommendations.


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Zaria Ali (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Abbeville Apartments, IG11

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Modern, Convenient and Well-Managed Development with Excellent Transport Links

Zaria Ali (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Abbeville Apartments, IG11

May 2026

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

Living at Abbeville Apartments has been a positive experience overall. The development is modern, well maintained and has useful amenities including a gym, resident lounge and communal spaces, which help create a friendly community feel. The location is very convenient, with Barking Station only a short walk away, making it easy to get into Central London or Canary Wharf. There are plenty of local shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants nearby, and having Asda next door is especially useful for day-to-day shopping. The area is lively and multicultural, with good access to parks and open spaces nearby. Transport links are one of the strongest points, although trains and buses can become crowded during rush hour. Like many busy London areas, there can occasionally be traffic noise on the main roads and parking spaces are sometimes limited. Bin collections are generally reliable and the building management is responsive, though the surrounding high street can feel busy at weekends. Overall, it’s a convenient place to live with strong transport connections and good local amenities.

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

The building management team has generally responded promptly and professionally to any issues raised. Mohammed, Samson and Hassan have all been particularly helpful, approachable and responsive when dealing with maintenance requests or resident concerns. Communication is usually clear throughout the process, and most issues are resolved within a reasonable timeframe.

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 into Abbeville Apartments is how busy the surrounding area can feel during peak commuting times, especially around Barking Station and the nearby high street. The transport links are excellent and very convenient, but trains and buses can get crowded during rush hour. I would also recommend checking parking arrangements early if you own a car, as spaces can be limited for both residents and visitors. On the positive side, the sense of community within the building is better than expected, and the resident facilities such as the gym and lounge are genuinely useful. The on-site staff, including Mohammed, Samson and Hassan, are approachable and helpful, which makes settling in and dealing with any issues much easier.


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Shaikho K (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Windlass Apartments, N17

May 2026

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Disappointed. Leaving soon.

Shaikho K (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Windlass Apartments, N17

May 2026

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

Bad services, poorly managed with no accountability or help when things go wrong which they often do in this building

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

Poorly, often not responding within 48 hours and with no resolution when they do respond. Just empty apologies with no guarantees anything will be done to prevent further issues

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

How frequent issues would arise with the property. Paying £2100 for a one bed with THIS many issues has got to be a psyop to see how far you can push tenants.

Manager response

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and the frustration caused We fully recognise how disruptive the recent issues you’ve described would have been, especially the lift outages and the impact this had on residents living on higher floors. This is not the standards we aim to provide. As soon as the lift issues were reported, we worked with contractors to restore service as quickly as possible, provided updates to residents, and arranged additional on-site security support overnight while one lift was out of service. Both lifts are now fully operational, though we appreciate this does not lessen the inconvenience caused. We are also very sorry for the loss of water. This was not part of planned maintenance works and was caused by an unexpected issue. Once identified, we ensured updates were shared throughout the day while the matter was being resolved. We understand how significant an outage of this nature is and regret the disruption caused. We’re particularly concerned to hear your comments regarding service standards, response times, and the handling of reported issues. This is not the experience we want any resident to have. While there have been some recent changes within the onsite team, which may have affected consistency at times, we are now fully resourced and focused on improving both response times and communication. Concerns around security, noise, and building management are taken seriously, and we would very much like the opportunity to review these issues in detail and ensure appropriate action is taken. We are genuinely sorry that you feel let down. Your feedback is important to us, and we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you directly to better understand your experience and work towards restoring your confidence. Please contact the onsite team or email WindlassApartmentsReception@graingerplc.co.uk, and a member of the team will be happy to arrange a convenient time to discuss this with you. Kind regards, Konrad

Posted by

Konrad Maselko, Senior Resident Service Manager

May 2026


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