Stoughton Park, LE2

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

I live around Ajax Avenue in Slough Trading Estate and overall, it’s quite a convenient place to be. One of the best things is how easy it is to get around – transport links are good, and getting into town or even out towards London is straightforward. There are plenty of shops, supermarkets, and places to eat nearby, so I never really struggle to find what I need. The area is lively during the day with lots of businesses around, and I like that there’s always some activity. That said, being in a trading estate does have its downsides. Traffic can get really heavy during peak hours, and with all the lorries and vans moving around, it’s not always the quietest place to live. Parking can be a bit of a challenge too, depending on the time of day. Bin collections are regular, but sometimes the street looks a little busy and crowded because of the commercial setting. All in all, living here is convenient and practical, especially if you work nearby, but if you’re after a quiet, residential feel, this probably wouldn’t be the best fit.

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 is how busy the traffic can get around the trading estate during peak hours. It’s not something you really notice during a viewing, but once you live here, you realise it can add time to your journeys and make parking more difficult at certain times. I’d also suggest to new neighbours that getting bins organised early is helpful, as collection days are regular but can be strict. On the positive side, I didn’t expect to have such quick access to shops and food outlets, which has been a big convenience.

What is the best feature of your home:

The best feature of my home is the modern, spacious layout that makes it comfortable and easy to live in. I really like the natural light and large windows, which make the space feel bright and welcoming every day. The convenient location with easy access to shops and transport links is definitely the best feature for me. I love the peaceful atmosphere inside the home, even though it’s close to busy areas, which gives me the best of both worlds.

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

Lots of shops nearby, driveway is around the back of the house which isn’t great when you’re bringing in your shopping. Lots of noise during the day due to construction which will eventually stop but besides that it’s a nice peaceful area to live.

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

Ask thoroughly about warranty and what voids it as they are very good letting us know that small things such as changing your light can void it

What is the best feature of your home:

It’s in a cul de sac area. Nice big hallway and the en-suite with our main bathroom

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

Stoughton Grange is a great place and full of different shops. Not enough close by convenience shops within a short walking distance. Not much transport from here, although we drive so not much of a problem, but could be for other people

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

They should have told us that the fence on the front of the house to the road would be taken down, offering not much security for any of the houses

What is the best feature of your home:

Landlord is great, the best feature is the layout of the house and how nicely designed they are