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

The local area surrounding 26 Dingwall Road is excellent in every aspect. The range and quality of local shops, restaurants, and open spaces are remarkable. Within walking distance, you will find Church Street Market, the vibrant Whitgift Centre, and Centrale Shopping Centre, all offering a fantastic selection of retail outlets and dining options. The variety of restaurants and cafes cater to diverse tastes, providing everything from international cuisine to local British fare. There are also ample green spaces for relaxation. The transport links from the property are superb. With a direct train line to Central London just minutes away, commuting is quick and easy, making it ideal for anyone working in the city. Gatwick Airport is just a short distance from the building, which is incredibly convenient for travel. Additionally, the nearby local libraries are well-maintained and offer a peaceful space for reading or study. The Croydon Council is only a 5-minute walk away, ensuring quick access to local services. Although the streets immediately surrounding the building are clean and well-kept, there are some areas further out that may occasionally need attention—though this is a broader issue affecting many parts of the UK. It should be noted, however, that this did not directly impact us in any significant way during our stay. In fact, this area offers a quality of living far superior to the central London location I lived in for the previous seven years.

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

The building management has been exemplary in their response to any queries or issues we raised. Any concerns were addressed promptly and effectively, ensuring that we could continue to enjoy a seamless and comfortable living experience. Their professionalism and proactive approach to maintenance have been impressive, making us feel secure and valued as tenants.

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 in was just how excellent the staff and building management would be. Their level of care and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. It is clear that the management team genuinely values creating a positive community for residents, which made our stay even more enjoyable.

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

Having a Aldi next door is really convenient, with a pure gym opening up soon (august 2025). Good road connection through the A38 to get you in and out of Birmingham and the ring road to assist you getting to other areas of the city. some good bus connection around the site. Next to the Edgbaston cricket stadium, which if you love cricket I'm sure you'll like it. but this does mean that the car park is inaccessible on match days so you will need to organise your car use around that. it is on the pricier sides of rents and they do ask to check income when organising tenancy.

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

reasonably quickly, though as with anything involving human interaction response times may vary.

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

As most of the apartments only have windows on one side, circulating air and cooling the apartment can be difficult.

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

The area is absolutely amazing! Very lively and friendly neighbourhood, extremely welcoming! Convenient transportation access as well.

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

They responded to my issues with rent payment in a professional manner. Edmer was especially helpful!

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

I wished I had known that i can have a discounted price in the pollen cafe in Kampus.

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

Woking has all of the local necessities to happily get by. There is an array of restaurants and cafe's to choose from, lovely local green space, ample shopping and access to public transport. The local street is pleasant although the delivery bikes racing down the street are an accident waiting to happen.

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

Management are very swift at responding to questions and concerns and are good at forewarning of any potential future disturbances and workarounds for residents. This is very useful when considering things like electricity, water, building safety and general safety concerns. Information goes a long way to ensuring that residents feel safe and involved. I also appreciate the availability that management have to communicate via email or in person. The maintenance team have held apartment inductions which are very helpful.

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

I really appreciate how well insulated the rooms are, they are constructed very well and I hardly hear any noise from neighbours. Train noise and sparks can cause disturbance.

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

This is an amazing location—very convenient for groceries, with a store just 5 minutes away and a tram stop nearby for easy access to the station. There are plenty of local shops, restaurants, and green spaces within walking distance, making daily life enjoyable. However, one downside is that there's no dedicated guest parking, and at times the trams can be quite noisy, especially during late hours.

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

Yes, they have responded quickly and resolved issues efficiently.

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

I wish I had known to complete the check-in process before arriving. When I moved in, I had all my belongings with me but wasn’t allowed to bring them inside because the rent hadn’t yet been confirmed as paid. Although I did pay it at the time, the payment email was sent to my guarantor instead of me, which caused confusion. I had to explain the situation on the spot, and it made the day feel overwhelming. I didn’t feel as welcomed as I’d hoped due to this miscommunication. My advice: double-check that everything is confirmed and paid, and ask to be copied into all key emails before your move-in date.