Southern Housing

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Southern Housing, formerly known as Southern Housing Group and Optivo, is one of the largest housing providers in the UK. With over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we provide affordable housing for more than 167,000 people. It offers a wide range of housing options, including: Traditional social housing, Shared ownership, Affordable rent, Private market rent, Student accommodation, Care and support services and Outright sales. Southern Housing believe that safe, secure, and affordable homes can transform lives and their vision is to create communities where everyone has a safe home in a place they are proud to live.

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Website: http://southernhousing.org.uk%20
No. of developments: 36
Development locations: London, South West England, East of England, North West England, South East England

Company

Website: http://southernhousing.org.uk%20
No. of developments: 36
Development locations: London, South West England, East of England, North West England, South East England

Developments by Southern Housing

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Home X, BN2

3.58

(12 reviews)

Home X is part of the exciting regeneration of the Preston Barracks in central Brighton. Home X will offer 369 new homes for private sale, affordable rent and shared ownership.

6th

Ranked 6th out of 10 in East Sussex

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Verde House, CR0

3.61

(9 reviews)

Verde House is a development of affordable apartments by Southern Housing, situated on Cairo New Road in Croydon and also known as the Cairo Apartments.

15th

Ranked 15th out of 22 in Croydon

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Waterway, SW18

3.51

(9 reviews)

1 & 2 bedroom Shared Ownership apartments in Wandsworth Riverside Quarter. Each home includes private balcony, and fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. In addition, Wandsworth Town (TfL Zone 2, South Western Railway) is a 15-minute walk. Also trains into London Waterloo in under 20-minutes.

45th

Ranked 45th out of 48 in Borough of Wandsworth

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Wings Wood, PO20

3.98

(8 reviews)

Nestled on the outskirts of Chichester in West Sussex, in the charming village of Woodgate, the Wings Wood development is a testament to modern living combined with the beauty of the West Sussex landscape. This new collection of 2 & 3 bedroom homes offers a unique opportunity for buyers to shape their space, enjoy the countryside, and create a life that perfectly suits their contemporary lifestyle.

11th

Ranked 11th out of 23 in West Sussex

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Southwood Mews, GU14

4.07

(7 reviews)

£129,500-£425,000

2, 3 beds

Southwood Mews homes are a collection of 2 and 3 bedroom houses available through Shared Ownership and Outright Sale located on the outskirts of the historic town of Farnborough. Built for first time-buyers or young families, these homes benefit from private gardens and allocated parking. The town of Farnborough enjoys a long history that dates to Saxon times. The development is close to local amenities, tranquil green spaces and excellent links to London all just minutes away. Farnborough itself may be best known for its famous air show, but it is a town with so much more to offer. There is plenty to keep the whole family entertained - Blackwater Retail Park offers a shopping experience, with a good variety of retail choices, along with a selection of coffee shops. Princes Mead Shopping centre just 2.2 miles* away, offering a further selection of high street stores.

7th

Ranked 7th out of 24 in Hampshire

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3.72

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Developments by Southern Housing

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Overall

3.78

Facilities

3.27

Design

3.93

Location

4.29

Value

3.68

Management

2.81

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Chris (Owner)

Verified Resident

Grand Avenue, BN3

Mar 2025

This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.

Great flat poor freeholder services

Chris (Owner)

Verified Resident

Grand Avenue, BN3

Mar 2025

Design of flat is excellent although more thought to the kitchen in terms of workspace would have been better. Building and property management is poor with slow and limited response from SH in all aspects of care. Slow response to Maintenance and security of communal areas, Administration of the agent is very poor with attention to detail severely lacking. An example of this is in the inadequate details given in the service charge and no acknowledgement or response to enquiries or complaints, a poor performing managing agent,

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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Dhanya (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Old Portsmouth Road, GU3

Mar 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Ɓest and beautiful housing in Guildford

Dhanya (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Old Portsmouth Road, GU3

Mar 2025

I’m extremely pleased with my new home! The design is modern and stylish, with an open layout that maximizes space and natural light. The facilities are top-notch, offering everything I need for a comfortable living experience. The building management team is always responsive, ensuring that everything runs smoothly, while Southern Housing property management team has been incredibly helpful, addressing any concerns promptly. Overall, it’s a wonderful place to live!

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

The best is the loction, beautiful ĺandscape in a quiet green area yet 1 mile to town centre, quality of construction and the quality òf kitchen equipment used. The only thing I would think of missing is a convenience store at a walking distance.

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

The beautiful river walks behind the property! The best place to live!

What is the best feature of your home:

Construction quality, equipment used, location, neighbourhood

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BK (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Arcadia View, E5

Mar 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Amazing views at Arcadia view

BK (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Arcadia View, E5

Mar 2025

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

Hackney and Chatsworth road are great, one of the best neighbourhooods in London. We get no outside noise as far enough from street and insulation is great.

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

Wish I’d known more about valuations and surveys etc

What is the best feature of your home:

The view and balcony, the living room and kitchen open plan arrangement

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JJ (Owner)

Verified Resident

Old Portsmouth Road, GU3

Mar 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

A first-sight decision that makes me happier every day

JJ (Owner)

Verified Resident

Old Portsmouth Road, GU3

Mar 2025

I’m very happy with the house. There is always things you have in mind to change in the future or modify, but as it stands it’s great to live in. Love the spaces and the layout in general, the views, and the possibilities that come with it. Things I would improve: the garage door is so narrow that a standard car doesn’t fit in there. Built in wardrobes or storage space for each room could be improved. Winding stairs make moving some furniture like mattresses very difficult. More space for trees and nature within the close. Clearly remarked private road signage to avoid problems. All that included, I’m really happy with my house!

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

We took a chance with Guildford and we are absolutely delighted. 15 minute walk to the high street, 20 to the train station, nature close by, and the people here are lovely

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

Had an issue with a radiator that has been fixed. Waiting on some issues with doors / windows and information about blueprints.

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

I feel It would have been very valuable to hace actual blueprints (measures, pipes, wires, windows/doors brands, etc)

What is the best feature of your home:

The spacious main bedroom with big windows and high ceilings

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Eric S (Owner)

Verified Resident

Home X, BN2

Mar 2025

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Great place and property, mediocre mamagement

Eric S (Owner)

Verified Resident

Home X, BN2

Mar 2025

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

The location is very good. Just outside the city centre and yet have everything I need such as Aldi and Sainsburys. The bus is also very frequent.

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

If only I knew that the car park was going to be such a drag...

What is the best feature of your home:

Location. It is idea for working from home since I don't have to go far for shopping groceries

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