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Ranked 6th out of 14 in Aberdeen
4.17
Shaw Crescent, by Stewart Milne Homes, sits within the popular Elmhill development. Comprising of 6 apartments blocks, the development has views over Aberdeen city. In addition to this, Victoria and Westburn Parks are adjacent to the wooded surrounded development.
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Ranked 6th out of 14 in Aberdeen
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20 total reviews
Natasha B (Tenant)
Jan 2021
Natasha B (Tenant)
Jan 2021
The design is nice and simple. There is not much to fault. My building has extremely nice layouts however, would have liked a bigger fridge and freezer. This is regarding building in the semicircle building.
Sarah S (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Sarah S (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Coming from a former old social housing complex, this flat was a total game changer for our family of 4. The whole flat is warm and the gas heating is cheap, quick and efficient. The bill for one winter month heating the entire flat is about the same as what we used to spend in our old flat in a winter month, but only heating the electric heater in the lounge and having a freezing cold rest of the flat. This translates to better clothes washing (drying) conditions, improved air quality (as reduced mold risk) and in general more comfortable living conditions. Gas stove top, full sized fridge, a dish washer and lots of cupboard space are great features for the kitchen. The bathrooms are well done, although the faucets would be nicer as true mixing ones, not a warm and cold Stan side by side. In general, most things have lasted quite well considering that the building complex is now relatively dated (15 years) and most things are still original. You can see the signs of wear, but it's not bad. This includes the communal areas like bin sheds, hallway and carpets, parking area, front door, lift. In the flat itself, all the fittings, windows, carpets and floors are still in good functional shape. The flat design is well thought out to give maximum privacy from your neighbour while getting the maximum amount of sun. The houses have lift and stair access which is great and two of the houses (including ours) have semi-underground parking which is a real bonus. The lawns, hedges and gardens are very well maintained and the land scape workers seem to be here all the time. Inside the flat we don't hear our neighbours apart from noises in the hallway. However, I wouldn't be surprised if neighbours immediately below us could hear the constant running, jumping and loudness of the kids. Also, the vibrations of other people's washing machines can be felt all the way to our kitchen on the top floor; which is quite noticeable but not bothersome. One major dislike that we have is the lack of an outdoor tap by the parking lot downstairs. I guess it is to discourage people from "flooding" the semi open basement parking area when they wash their car. We could really use it though to give our bikes, pram or gum boots a quick clean. Lastly, although this doesn't affect us at all, we've noticed, especially after rainy periods, how the water pools in some corners of ground flats in some of the houses. Coming from a flat with severe mold issues, I do just wonder how detrimental the constant water must be to those portions of the building wall. Maybe a better ground drainage should be considered.
Julia (Shared Owner)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Julia (Shared Owner)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Well designed blocks of flats, attractive to look at. The flats themselves are spacious and imaginatively designed. There is a new management agency which has been very good. The common areas are usually clean and the agents have regular communication with the owners. There is a strong community spirit at the development. Many of the residents are owner occupiers.
Em Dub (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Em Dub (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Design of development is very nice, great views from upper floors. Lift is very useful. Area is secluded which gives feeling of privacy and safety. Flat is warm for the most part and facilities are of a very good standard. More ventilation in bathrooms would be good as mould can be a problem (no windows). Inside of our flat and the hallway after the building entrance is heavily marked and doesn't look great. Could do with a proper bike shelter/storage. Noise proofing could be improved and our light fixtures rattle when washing machine above flat is in operation
MM (Owner)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
MM (Owner)
Verified Resident
Jan 2021
Great nice big building. Faculties could include more bike storage and maybe a few more security cameras. However building is generally in good condition. The only real issue are the bins and some residents throwing all kinds of items in them, not folding boxes, even trying to put sofas in them with no regard for other residents. This really does net to be policed better by the factor and actions taken to reduce it.
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