A guide to living in South East England
Average location score
Excellent
64%
Very Good
27%
Average
7%
Disappointing
1%
Very poor
1%
Best places to live in South East England
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 Almere, MK9
By Native
4.91
(120 reviews)
£1,220-£2,300 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 329 in South East England
Ebb & Flow, RG1
By Native
4.81
(113 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 329 in South East England
The Marches, GU21
By Native
4.73
(54 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 329 in South East England
The Kell, ME4
By Way of Life
4.71
(126 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 329 in South East England
Howard Court, HP11
By Touchstone
4.68
(114 reviews)
£1,140-£2,225 pcm
Studios, 1, 2 beds
Ranked 5th out of 329 in South East England
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Featured developments in South East England
Latest Reviews in South East England
3786 total reviews
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Charlie (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Jan 2025
Love living here
Charlie (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hove Gardens, BN3
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Amazing location, close to station but also only 10 mins to beach, 5 mins to Hove park, lots of shops close by, love it here
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Any issues have been dealt with quickly, Yannis is always super helpful and keen to get problems fixed for you
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
It would be good to know when the other facilities in the spaces on ground floor will open, cafe, gym, etc, and would be good to get an update on that
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Hussain Alaskari (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Ebb & Flow, RG1
Jan 2025
Comfortable and Safe Stay
Hussain Alaskari (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Ebb & Flow, RG1
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The location is fabulous. It directly in the centre with all key locations, transportation and shops are within reach.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Few maintenance requests were raised and they were resolved on immediate basis
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
None. All info were provided and explained before moving in
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Peter V (Owner)
Verified Resident
Farmstead, TN17
Jan 2025
A lovely tranquil development!
Peter V (Owner)
Verified Resident
Farmstead, TN17
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The development is such a lovely and picturesque one. Cranbrook is classified as a small town and is perfect for what we want. The potential new estate, next door, won’t effect some of the views of some of the houses but must be taken into consideration when looking to buy a house there.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How much it would change our lives for the better) - we should have moved to the countryside years ago!
What is the best feature of your home:
The position , the wonderful people and style of the house
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Charlie S (Tenant)
The Marches, GU21
Jan 2025
Great concierge service
Charlie S (Tenant)
The Marches, GU21
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The Marches is in the heart of Woking and as a result everywhere is incredibly accessible - including the train station which is one 2 minutes walk.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Excellent concierge service. The repairs have sometimes taken a while to get back to me but on the most, very good.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
There is a real sense of community here, particularly the Saturday wellness workshops I’ve experienced.
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Ariel Lau (Tenant)
Ebb & Flow, RG1
Jan 2025
Honest opinion with pros and cons included
Ariel Lau (Tenant)
Ebb & Flow, RG1
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Pros: located in the town centre is extremely convenient, with a wide variety of shops and restaurants nearby, including a Sainsbury's right next door for groceries. Transport links are accessible (8 mins walk to train station and bus stations right in front of the building), making it easy to get around and commune to London for work. Cons: Anti-social behaviour is a notable issue, both on the streets and inside the building. Tailgating into the building compromises security, and there have been instances of teenagers and kids knocking on doors and harassing residents. These concerns affect the overall experience of living here despite the central location.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team has been very prompt and helpful overall. I’d like to specifically commend Veronique and Naomi from the leasing team for their quick response to my urgent request to amend the tenancy agreement. Their efficiency and professionalism were greatly appreciated. Mia from the building management team has also been incredibly helpful and attentive. There were some hiccups regarding payment when I first moved in, but Ebb & Flow's finance team were able to sort it out for me.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
For new neighbors, I’d suggest getting to know the concierge team and attending the community events—they’re great for meeting people and making the most of the shared facilities. I went a few months without attending events and I wish I'd gone earlier! I wish I had known about the frequent lift breakdowns, as it can be quite inconvenient, especially during peak hours. Another point is the persistent issue of tailgating into the building, which affects security.
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