The Lansdowne, B16

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

ambulances and police cars pass by alot but everything else is good and feels pretty safe as well. Good range of supermarkets

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

They were very accommodating and were able to give us solutions very quickly

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

Train station is a bit of a walk , very nice area and close to everything

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

I feel very safe here, and the staff is consistently friendly and approachable. The public areas are always well-maintained, which makes the environment pleasant and welcoming. I particularly enjoy the social events, as they make it easy to connect with others in the community.

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

he building management has been responsive and helpful whenever I’ve raised any issues, addressing them promptly and professionally.

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

The car park is quite popular, so spaces may not always be immediately available.

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

Living in this area is very convenient and enjoyable. There’s a great range of local shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment nearby, with lots of good food options and places to socialise. It’s also only a short walk into the city centre, which offers even more to do and see, from shopping and dining to cultural attractions and nightlife. The canals are close by and the reservoir isn’t far either, which is nice for walks and some green space away from the city. Transport links are excellent, with a tram stop right outside near a large Morrisons, plenty of bus routes, and easy access to e-bikes and scooters, making it very easy to get around. I have my own parking space so parking isn’t an issue. The street can be a bit noisy at times due to traffic and the occasional siren, but that’s fairly typical for city living and not a major problem.

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

I haven’t needed to raise any problems, as the building is well maintained. Management communicate clearly and keep residents informed in advance about any scheduled maintenance or works.

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

I don’t think there’s anything I wish I’d known in advance, but I’d recommend making use of the shared social spaces and facilities early on, as they’re a great part of the building and help it feel like home quickly.

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

Close to the station, has easy bus routes, and has a Morrisons just opposite the building, which is really cool.

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

Very quickly, efficiently, and without any complaints.

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

Would have liked carpets in the bedroom for the cold months.

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

The local area has a good range of shops, cafés, restaurants and bars within walking distance, plus pleasant green spaces and leafy walks nearby for fresh air and exercise. Groceries are easy with supermarkets close by and lots of casual dining options. Transport links are very convenient with frequent buses on Hagley Road, Five Ways station nearby and easy access to central Birmingham and beyond.

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

The building management have responded promptly and professionally to any issues raised, resolving them quickly and keeping residents informed throughout the process.

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

Storage, natural light and sound insulation are better than you might expect from a viewing, making the space feel comfortable and calm. It’s also nice to discover how smoothly everything runs once you move in, from parcel handling to maintenance requests, which makes settling in easy and stress-free.