
A guide to living in East Sussex
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Very Good
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Best places to live in East Sussex
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The Blockhouse, BN1
By Touchstone
4.68
(33 reviews)
£1,550-£2,600 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 10 in East Sussex

York & Elder, BN1
By urbanbubble, Legal & General
4.67
(70 reviews)
£1,350-£2,520 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 10 in East Sussex

Hove Gardens, BN3
By urbanbubble, Legal & General
4.61
(58 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 10 in East Sussex

Hove Central, BN3
By Moda Living
4.48
(33 reviews)
£1,200-£2,600 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 4th out of 10 in East Sussex

The Merchant, BN2
By Savills
3.73
(6 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 10 in East Sussex
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Latest Reviews in East Sussex
280 total reviews
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George C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Mar 2025
Mixed Experience at Hove Gardens: Good Facilities Undermined by Poor Management
George C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
location is great shops easily accessible, trains and buses frequent and nearby. parking isn't great wouldn't recommend if you have a car
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management's response to issues has generally been poor. While they often acknowledge problems and say they will address them, in most cases, there is little to no follow-up, and the issue remains unresolved unless repeatedly chased. This pattern of promising action without delivering has been consistent across various concerns, from maintenance requests to billing queries, and reflects a lack of accountability and effective management.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had been able to speak with a current resident beforehand to get an honest perspective on what living here is really like. The promotional material and initial impressions don’t reflect the ongoing management issues, delays in resolving problems, and the difficulty in accessing the incentives that were advertised. A resident’s experience would have provided a much clearer picture of what to expect day-to-day.
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Hello George, Thank you for your review and valuable feedback your experience at Hove Gardens. I am disappointed to hear about your experience and would welcome the opportunity to speak to you personally, if desired. You can reach me via the resident portal, if you put the communication for my attention. I will discuss in the first your feedback directly with the whole of the Management Team. George, thank you once again, and hope that we can make your life at the community of Hove Gardens more enjoyable. Kind regards, Serena
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Serena Walters, Multi-Site General Manager
Mar 2025
Sia (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Central, BN3
Mar 2025
Fantastic
Sia (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Central, BN3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
This part of Hove is a fantastic area. Close to the beach and local shops. Only drawback is the noise from the trains going over the bridge. But a minor thing that you get used to.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The service is incredible. If ever you have any issues, they're right onto it.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing to add here. It has been as I had hoped and expected.
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Dear Sia Thank you so much for a lovely review and I will share with the team the positive feedback! We are pleased you are loving living the Moda life
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Katja Harjanne, General Manager
Mar 2025
Chris (Owner)
Verified Resident
Grand Avenue, BN3
Mar 2025
Great flat poor freeholder services
Chris (Owner)
Verified Resident
Grand Avenue, BN3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Excellent location either way easy transport links and close excellent shops, restaurants and coffee shops.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They rarely do!!!! We only get a response following us chasing and chasing and threatening a formal complaint,
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How dreadful Southern housing are in terms of a managing agent
What is the best feature of your home:
Living area view and location is fabulous. We love it.
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Jenna E (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Central, BN3
Mar 2025
Staff are amazing!
Jenna E (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Central, BN3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great restaurants and easy access into Brighton. 15 min walk to the beach, great cafes near by, nice little shops
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes easy fix for me. Report through the app and usually solved in 1-2 business days.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Probably how great the staff are! Amenities are also a big plus
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Manager response
Dear Jenna Thank you so much for a lovely review and great mentions of the team! Great to hear you are loving living the Moda Life!
Posted by
Katja Harjanne, General Manager
Mar 2025
Taylor (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Mar 2025
How I’ve found living at Hove Gardens
Taylor (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The location, shops & the transport links are all great in my opinion. Some mornings I can hear noise from the bus station but It’s minimal.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Only issue I’ve raised was about the bulb replacement which was responded to quickly & sorted efficiently.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That my balcony wouldn’t get the sun past midday 😂 Though, that is more so down to my insufficient knowledge on the solar calendar.
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WOW! Thank you so much for your fabulous 5 STAR review Taylor, the Team and I really appreciate your feedback. It's great to hear that you are enjoying the lifestyle and facilities at Hove Gardens. Thank you for being part of the amazing community. Kind regards, Serena
Posted by
Serena Walters, Multi-Site General Manager
Mar 2025

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