Poplar HARCA

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

Good aspect - consistent maintenance of clean surroundings and amenities Bad aspect - there are pickpockets around

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

Mark and Damion - They are so kind and quick to attend to our requests

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

We didn’t know that the surroundings can be so relaxing especially in summer

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

Living in my local area has its ups and downs. The high street has a decent range of shops and restaurants, including some good independents, though it’s not extensive and lacks variety in certain cuisines. There are a few nice pubs and cafes, and the nearby park is a great open space for walks and weekend relaxation. Transport links are generally reliable — there are regular bus routes and a train station within walking distance, which makes commuting into central London easy. However, delays can happen during peak hours, and weekend engineering works can be frustrating. On my street, parking is tight, especially in the evenings, and spaces fill up quickly. Bin collections are usually consistent, but sometimes bins are left out for days. Traffic noise isn’t too bad except during rush hour. There’s the occasional issue with anti-social behaviour, mostly noise from late-night passersby, but nothing serious. Overall, it’s a decent place to live with good connectivity and a friendly community feel.

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

Building management has generally been responsive to issues, though communication and resolution times can vary depending on the problem. Most concerns are eventually addressed, but follow-up could be more consistent.

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

I wish I had known more about the noise levels from nearby roads during peak hours — it’s not something you notice during a short viewing. Also, service charges have increased more than expected, so it’s worth asking for a clear breakdown and history before moving in. I’d also suggest checking how responsive the management is to maintenance requests, as response times can vary. A good tip for new neighbours: get to know your neighbours early — there’s a WhatsApp group that’s really helpful for sharing updates and sorting out any shared issues.

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

Great area to live in. Very family friendly and local community led but still modern and super safe!

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

Responsive and polite but they need a few nudges but normal given there's a lot of flats in the building

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

I wish I knew my flat doesn't get any phases of the sun at any time of the day

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

Good grocery shops and connections. Haven’t seen anti social behaviour. There’s some parking. Bin collection is very good

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

Very well. Usually are able to fix things quickly, but not always. But are very responsive and helpful.

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

You can have pets and a lot of people have pets. There are hot water issues from time to time, usually fixed within 1 day.

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

DLR 10min walk and Jubilee 13min which isn’t too bad. Newly opened Co-op which was needed for many years. Few off licenses, chicken shop and a restaurant in the area. There always seems to be some space for parking.

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

They would instantly send updates and contact the appropriate contractors to carry out works.

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

Had issues with hot water a few times, but the property management was always providing updates.