A guide to living in South West England

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

Equidistant between the station and city, it is a great location with heaps within walking distance.

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

They respond quickly and get the repairs done effectively.

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

I wish I’d known that no spare key is issued as standard- which is challenging when one is needed for pet sitting. It is sorted out now, but took a long time.

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

The area is very good the building is deteriorating and has multiple problems including but not limited to broken lifts, flooded apartments and lounge, not working intercom etc…

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

Building staff are very nice and helpful but Savills management not that much

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

That it had constant problems and that Savills wouldn’t be help

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

Living at Temple Back in Bristol has been a mostly positive experience. The location is excellent—close to Temple Meads, the city centre, and scenic riverside paths. There’s a decent range of cafes, bars, and shops within walking distance. Transport links are very convenient, especially for commuting. Parking is limited, and bin collections are sometimes missed. The street is generally quiet with little anti-social behaviour, though noise from the nearby fire station can be noticeable. Despite that, it’s a lively and well-connected area that suits professionals looking for a central location with good local amenities.

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

Building management has generally been responsive when issues are raised, and they do make an effort to address concerns in a timely manner. However, not every matter has been resolved completely or to a fully satisfactory standard.

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

I wish I had known how uncomfortable the provided mattresses would be—they’re extremely firm and hard to sleep on without a topper. Another thing not obvious during a viewing is the noise from the nearby fire station, which can be quite noticeable

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

10/15 minutes from the main town which is perfect so you’re not so close to all the noise and busyness but also not too far away if that’s your thing!

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

Yes, promptly too! I can’t fault their communication with us personally

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

How to manage if both lifts go down and how it will be rectified. It can at times be difficult knowing how long we’ll be in that situation

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

Tesco extra right around the corner, Castle park for some fresh air and change of scenery, Bristol temple meads station 9minutes walk from apartment, no noise quite serene, I have experienced some anti social behaviours which i reported made some suggestions and management was supportive. My experience is better now at the lounge area. I don’t drive so I unfortunately cannot speak on parking. The left handed giant a nice beer place, there’s another which is right opposite the exit 0 the car park I do enjoy chilling there but unfortunately never bothered to check it’s name due to it’s convenience 🤭. My favorite restaurant Condesa is a must if you want to experience flavour I do like the Ivy for the ambiance and in the mood to admire beauty. The Bristol bus station is close as well, it’s more affordable in comparison to the train however you will have to compromise on time. And from my conversations with strangers, they trust the bus service National express and flixxx(if I am not mistaken) more reliable as well, the trains are actually infamous for delays and cancellations. I cannot end without mentioning the lovely events organised by Management for Residents; chefs kiss. I am having a ball. Looking forward to bigger and better

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

It was bad when moved in but it’s better now. I presume they have a hang of process now quite expected as we all trying to figure out process since it’s a new build.

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

I have exhausted my brain cells, nothing I can think of now. If something comes up I will definitely communicate it.