Initially when we first moved into the property, we were amazed by the design and the modern aesthetic, including the balconies and open plan living space. It was a great location as close to town and nearby amenities. As it was also a new build development, it had not been lived in previously.
However after living here for 3 years, it has come with its challenges including maintenance delays, lack of heating in winter, homeless squatting and theft due to broken doors. We had issues with homeless people taking refuge in the bin storage rooms and taking drugs and threatening residents. We’ve experienced issues with noise from other residents and apartments, issues of flooding and lack of maintenance to the building. Also experiences of racial graffiti within and around the building.
Due to the location with the university we often experience loud music and shouting from the uni residents and occasionally drug exchanges on Leaf St. There has also been issues of domestic issues which have involved police assistance. Would not recommend The Aaben as not value for money.
Please tell us what you like and dislike about this area:
The benefit of the housing development is its close proximity to town and local amenities including Asda, Coop and the university. Good transport links and close to the motorway.
The area has a very mixed community with students, young professionals and families to homeless and council residents. This has led to multiple instances of violence, theft, drugs, homeless squatting and domestic issues within and around the residence.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The lack of security in the building and the feeling of being unsafe when using facilities such as the Bin Room.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management often takes a long time to actively resolve issues with the site. We’ve had countless issues of entry violations, broken digipads and theft which are still on-going.
Read all Read less