A guide to living in West Midlands

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

It’s central and close to everything you’ll need - bars, library, supermarkets etc. Brindley place is a few fts away with several restaurants and the canal. I love walking to the Birmingham library at my convenience and living here makes it possible. Love it!

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

Repairs and maintenance are done swiftly. All I have to do is to log a report on the portal, send a WhatsApp or speak to the concierge.

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

The occasional parties held at the building is a great way to bond and meet other people.

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

The local area is vibrant and there's lots of social venues close by, with only a short walk into the city centre. It's vibrancy means there is always something going out outside. Can have noise at times, but nothing that disturbs your day to day. It's very convenient and the pros definitely out way the small cons.

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

. The staff have been lovely and welcoming all the way through from initial viewing to moving in, being accommodating and helpful when you need assistance. Having staff available 24/7 is a big plus for any issues you may come across - made the whole process simple and enjoyable!

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

It would have been better to fully understand the parking situation for friends and family

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

It is very central, and safe on the same time, with controlled gates. So I feel very safe. I have 2 kids, so it’s important that they are safe too.

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

Millie has been so incredibly helpful, and I trust her 100%. She is the best person on-site. She is always there to help.

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

I have nothing to share, it is an overall good experience.

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

Zain, Mosas, and Peter have been very great to all of us, very responsive to our inquiries and always available and accessible

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

Yes they have been very cooperative and responsive

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

Everything was clear before moving in, can't think of any difficulties

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

Hairpin house is located in a good area, only being a 15 min walk to the centre of town. There are a few clubs and bars in the area but nothing to disturb a night’s sleep.

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

Yup I’ve had minor repairs done and the building maintenance showed up within hours after sending off the request

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

Being in a good location you have access to a few gyms, bars and shops close by.