Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 10
- Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
Awards displayed are those earned by the Company in the past 24 months
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 10
Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Developments by ila
Viewing 1-5 out of 10

Pall Mall Press, L3
Award winner 2025
4.73
(144 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 30 in Liverpool

Equipment Works, E17
Award winner 2024
4.38
(92 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 12 in Walthamstow

Hairpin House, B12
Award winner 2024
4.77
(81 reviews)
Ranked 14th out of 42 in Birmingham

Sherborne Place, B16
Award winner 2024
4.66
(81 reviews)
Ranked 10th out of 42 in Birmingham

Swan Street House, M4
Award winner 2025
4.76
(63 reviews)
Ranked 6th out of 68 in Manchester
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See how residents rate developments by ila
Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Developments by ila
Experience
4.6
Value
4.4
Location
4.6
Facilities
4.5
Management
4.6
Design
4.6
Viewing 1-5 out of 536
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'.
Anonymous (Tenant)
Unverified
Hairpin House, B12
Apr 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Family
Anonymous (Tenant)
Unverified
Hairpin House, B12
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Loud music once in a while at night, especially if window needs to be left open at night when it is too hot
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management have been very helpful and responds to issues quickly
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How lovely digbeth neighborhood was, what facilities were available
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Jon m (Tenant)
Unverified
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Great area to live, holly/ josh and Ruby make it feel welcome
Jon m (Tenant)
Unverified
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Decent right on doorstep and easy access. Parking is easy and has a lot of local spots. No antisocial behaviour haven’t seen anything really good area to live in
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Mainly parcel delivery- easy to hold and have signed and held in my absence- super helpful
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Traffic wardens at the back- arseholes (pardon my french)
John morrison (Tenant)
Unverified
Mitre Yard, NW10
Apr 2026
Billding accommodation
John morrison (Tenant)
Unverified
Mitre Yard, NW10
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
I have had a good experience management have been very good and helpful it coud do with extra shops and cafe
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Peter was very helpful with several questions and he has got good management skills
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The only thing is not to have subletting copy s
Thomas brennan (Tenant)
Unverified
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Very excellent building staff and amenities
Thomas brennan (Tenant)
Unverified
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area has a great range of local amenities, with plenty of shops, cafes, and bars within walking distance, making it very convenient day-to-day. There are also good open spaces nearby which are ideal for walking and socialising. Transport links are strong, with regular buses and easy access into the city centre, although peak times can get quite busy. On the downside, parking can be limited, especially in the evenings, and there can occasionally be noise from traffic or people late at night. Overall, it’s a lively and well-connected area with a good atmosphere
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes they are very responsive and deal with all issues well
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I knew more about the rent and how it worked
Manager response
Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you’ve enjoyed living in the development and that the design, layout, and overall standard of the apartments have met your expectations. It’s especially great to know that the communal areas and general upkeep have contributed to a comfortable living experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about Josh - we’ll be sure to pass this on to him. Providing responsive, approachable, and professional support is something we aim for, so it’s encouraging to hear that this has made a positive difference during your tenancy. Thank you as well for highlighting areas where we can improve. We understand that maintenance timing and parking availability can occasionally be frustrating, and we are continually looking at ways to improve these aspects for residents. It’s also helpful to hear your comments about the local area - we agree that the amenities and transport links are a real benefit, even if peak times and parking can sometimes be challenging. We appreciate your honest note about rent clarity. Clear communication is very important to us, and we’ll take this on board to ensure future residents have a better understanding from the outset. Thank you again for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience.
Posted by
Jaye Best, Resident Services Manager
Apr 2026
Roisin (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Swan St House
Roisin (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Perfect location right next door to northern quarter, convenient links to Manchester Victoria station and arndale centre!!
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Always willing to help out. The desk is manned 24/7
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The acoustics in the flags are great, don’t hear noise from adjacent flags and windows keep most of the outside noise out
Manager response
Hi Roisin, thanks so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re really glad to hear you’ve had such a positive experience and that the team - especially Ruby - has made you feel so welcome 😊 It’s great to know you’re enjoying the spacious flats, the sense of community, and the convenient location near the Northern Quarter and transport links. We’re also pleased that the building’s sound insulation and 24/7 desk support have added to your comfort and peace of mind. We really appreciate your recommendation and are delighted you chose to renew your tenancy—thank you for being part of the community!
Posted by
Jaye Best, Resident Services Manager
Apr 2026
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