About Latimer

The building and site is generally managed well by the estate team – clean, tidy, issues appear to be dealt with relatively promptly. The only exception to this is that the windows in Radley House have not been cleaned for over 6 months. Given that is one of the few benefits we actually see as part of our service charge, it’s hugely disappointing and very frustrating that the service charge has even gone up for this period.

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

Battersea Park is beautiful, one of the best open spaces in London and a stone’s throw away. Plenty of local amenities nearby (food shops, dry cleaners, post office etc) with very good shopping and restaurants over the bridge in Chelsea. Bin collection is handled by the estate team.

Bus links and train stations here are very good and the addition of the Northern Line extension is fantastic. Driving is tricky as the roads are very congested in this area – also affecting the buses of course – and parking is extremely expensive on site. The proximity of the development to the railway into Victoria is a definite drawback for a second floor flat as it is level with the tracks – very noisy (when on balcony or with windows open) and lacking in privacy. Road noise is audible at times.

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

Determine if there are any other interested parties early on if you have a particular flat in mind. Ensure the sales team tell you EXACTLY what steps are required to secure the property as there are many hoops to jump through for Shared Ownership. Do not accept vague responses when asking about service charge / estimated bills / additional monthly/annual costs. They really add up and need to be factored in to your calculations if living in this property will be affordable.

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

As mentioned before, the windows in our building (Radley) have not been cleaned for over 6 months when they should be completed quarterly. We receive very few tangible benefits from the service charge and this one of the key aspects. No communication from the estate team until after I emailed, only to be told there is an ongoing issue and I’ll be updated soon. Nothing heard over a month later. Not resolved – absolutely filthy windows.

A play park for the children would be much safer than kids playing near roads/building site.
I just would have preferred a play park closer for children I currently walk over to the Taylor wimpy estate as they have build a play park on that site.

I love the house styles and varation.
I have a 4 bed and love the prices of the homes as well as the ability to get a 4 bed shared home is very rare so we moved from Essex due to this.

I have a list of snags that still needs to be addressed since the day we moved in but I’m due to have our 1 year inspection next week to which I will address that with them again.

I’m overall 90% happy as a whole only reason I can’t give 100% is lack of play park for childen and building of roads that need 24/7 access having to que sometimes to leave/enter site.

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

The area of the site location is good aswell as beautiful views at the back of the site.

I am able to walk to the local school so less driving.

I am based at a part of the road that is a dead end so there for I don’t get as much traffic thankfully.

A play park closer on the site for the children would be much safer than kids playing near roads/building site, or having to walk so far to play in a park.

There has been problems regarding bin collection due to the only site access having the roads built.

There is a carpark/parking space for most houses but small for some houses so cars have to park on road.

Local shops we have co-op which I have used which is fine.

I haven’t been able to use the public transport as of yet due to my only car use is to work in Bury st edmunds however I work unsociable hours.

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

Tips to new neighbours would be: don’t listen to everything negative you hear as people literally complain about everything, walk around look at the area get a feel for the site as a whole.

If you have children then be prepared to walk far for a play park.

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

We have to report our “snags” or any issues threw clarion so unsure if our issues have even been raised with building management but at this current time nothing has been addressed.

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

There’s a certain quality, vibe, and energy that is The Courtyard, Circus Street. From the independent merchants and unique cafes to the rustic charm of a mixed-income crowd. Where else can you let loose your wild side while still being a part of helping the local economy? After a night out eating and shopping in The Lanes, just take a few steps and you’re home. With modern styling these flats are sleek, sexy, and oh so Circus Street. The state-of-the-art toilets are designed for men and women. The soon to be completed dance hall means you can have access to luxury refined while still just steps away from the action. These finely appointed residences all feature state-of-the art finishes and balconies with views of majestic Kaplan accommodation. It’s a place to laugh. It’s a place to gather. A place to mingle with people of all economic classes. And now, it’s a place to live.

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

There was some initial confusion on what energy providers we were able to get set up with. This is because the address was not registered in the companies systems due to it being a new development.

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

The building management team have responded swiftly to all our noted defects and general concerns in a timely manner.

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

Living next to the watermeadow place nature boardwalk is incredible, it’s such a beautiful ever changing landscape which we feel lucky to have on our doorstep. We are a 15 min walk to Elstead village which has the essential shops, chemist, vets and 3 lovely pubs. We have a bus which stops right outside the development and takes you to Godalming and Guildford within 45 mins. My only complaint is that the last bus is about 7pm each day which can be an inconvenience as after this time you have to travel by car or you are quite isolated. The bin collection has been regular. We have experienced some anti social behaviour from some residents however this has been dealt with swiftly and appropriately by Clarion.

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

You must own a car to live here, access would be very restricted without one.

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

Ignored complaint about Weyburn house design which was a group complaint from all Weyburn house type owners