Union View, DA2

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

The local area is convenient and well connected, with good transport links and easy access to shops, restaurants, and essential amenities. The environment feels calm and pleasant, and the area appears clean and well maintained. Parking and general accessibility are reasonable, and overall it seems like a comfortable place to live. So far, my experience with the area has been positive and I appreciate how convenient everything is nearby.

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

Any questions or concerns I raised were handled professionally and responded to promptly. Communication was clear, helpful, and reassuring throughout the process. Megan Larkin in particular was very supportive and always willing to assist whenever I needed clarification or help.

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

One thing I would say is that the process becomes much easier when all documents are prepared in advance, especially guarantor and referencing documents. Aside from that, the experience has been smooth and well organised so far, and the support from the team has made the process far less stressful.

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

Everything seems to be close, the buses and a few establishments. You may have to drive for others but that can definitely be arranged.

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

Went well made sure they were in communication with Home ppl to rectify issues were were having proving our background and income etc.

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

The Viewing was nice and quick my old issue is when viewing properties, I would think the property would look presentable as if ready to move in. However it wasn’t quite that way.

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

Transport links good, locals shops ok, but larger stores restaurants or pubs you will need a car. Quiet street, parking available with each home.

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

Responsive and helpful, always endeavoured to resolve

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

Be prepared to be fleeced at tenancy renewal time. Carrots will be dangled to draw you in for the first year tenancy, only to be unreasonably hiked up thereafter.

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

Living in this area has been a really positive experience overall. There’s a great mix of local shops, cafés, and restaurants, with a good balance between independent spots and well-known brands. The food options are varied, and there’s always somewhere new to try. Open spaces are a real highlight — parks and walking trails are nearby, which makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors or unwind at the weekend. Transport links are generally very convenient, with reliable bus and train connections that make commuting simple. Traffic can get a bit busy during peak hours, but it’s manageable and typical for a well-connected area like this. The street itself is pleasant and friendly. Parking is usually straightforward, and bin collections are regular and well-organized. It feels like a safe, community-minded place — people look out for each other, and there’s very little noise or disruption. Overall, it’s a lovely area to live in with a strong sense of neighbourhood and great amenities close by.

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

They have responded quickly to any problems or issues we have raised with them.

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

A detailed explantation on how to use the water and heating controller would have been beneficial, for someone not familar with these types of heating systems.

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

Lovely living area, quiet and clean. Very good for the kids and lots of local shops, parks and schools

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

Yes they have been very helpful and responsive whenever I have emailed.

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

Would of liked to look at a three bedroom property