Fizzy Living, Canning Town

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

The area is convenient, with a good range of local shops, restaurants and cafés nearby. Public transport links are reliable, making it easy to travel around London. The neighbourhood is generally pleasant, although traffic and occasional street noise can be noticeable. Overall, it is a convenient place to live with good local amenities.

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

Building management has been professional, responsive and helpful when addressing questions or concerns. Communication has been clear, and issues have been handled efficiently.

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

I would recommend checking the building facilities, management arrangements and any additional costs before moving in. It is also worth visiting the area at different times of the day to get a better feel for the noise levels and overall atmosphere.

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

The local area is very convenient, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and gyms nearby. The apartment is well connected to public transport, with tube and bus stations just a short walk away.

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

The building management team and Yasmin are always very responsive and answer my questions promptly.

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

The apartment stays cool when the windows are open.

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

The local area is extremely convenient and has everything you need for day-to-day living. There are two gyms within a five-minute walk, as well as a large Morrisons, a Lidl, and Tian Tian Asian Supermarket for grocery shopping. For everyday essentials, there are both Savers and Specsavers nearby, and Holland & Barrett is also within walking distance. There’s a post office close by, making it easy to send parcels. Transport is another major advantage – the station is only around a five-minute walk away, with both the District line and DLR available, so getting around London is very convenient and you always have an alternative if one line is disrupted. The only downside is that some rooms in certain layouts can experience traffic noise when the windows are open, but the sound insulation is excellent and once the windows are closed, the noise is barely noticeable.

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

I’ve had a very positive experience with the building management team. Whenever I’ve reported a maintenance issue, they’ve responded within one working day and arranged repairs promptly. Communication has always been clear, and any problems have been resolved efficiently without the need for repeated follow-ups. It’s reassuring to know that issues are taken seriously and dealt with quickly.

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

The main thing I wish I’d known is that the layout of the apartments can make quite a difference. Some rooms in certain layouts face the main road, so you may notice traffic noise if you like to keep the windows open. That said, the windows provide excellent sound insulation, so it’s not an issue once they’re closed. I’d also recommend comparing different layouts before choosing a flat, as room sizes and layouts vary quite a bit across the development. On the positive side, I was pleasantly surprised by how convenient the location is and how responsive the management team has been, both of which have made living here much more enjoyable.

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

The local area is very convenient, with a good range of shops, supermarkets such as Lidl, Morrisons, Tian Tian, restaurants, Cafes such as Starbucks, Pret, McDonald’s and everyday services within easy reach. Transport links are a major advantage, making it straightforward to travel to work and other parts of London using the Jubilee line or DLR. There is also a communal garden in the building to take a stroll or for some fresh air with seating and fountains. We also have access to the Fizzy E16 building with its rooftop garden, gym with various classes and events advertised every couple of weeks, space for activities with board games, snooker, air hockey & a quiet work space. Overall, the area is pleasant and practical.

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

Building management has been quick, helpful and professional whenever I have raised an issue. They communicate clearly, respond promptly and make a genuine effort to resolve problems efficiently.

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

It would have been reassuring to know beforehand that the management team handles issues so well. They are approachable and responsive, which makes a noticeable difference to the overall experience of living in the development.

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

Range and quality of shops is excellent as there’s lots to access nearby at every price range. I’ve explored restaurants, bars, and all the parks in the area and have found some real gems including Palooza, my new fave nail salon, and lovely parks that I run to. Transport is very convenient with the tube and DLR station just minutes away. The east side of the street is a bit rougher than the west, which feels more gentrified. Although I don’t feel too unsafe walking at night.

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

Management have always responded quickly to us and in full detail. However, we’ve run into issues where they try go against what was written and communicated in our rental contract, and also contradictory to what members of staff had explained to us. Specifically, we were told we would be receiving a discount for the scaffolding on the building and had included this in the contract, but management had insisted that we shouldn’t be getting the discount at all. This was stressful and quite unprofessional especially as we had several written forms of communication to support our side.

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

Although I appreciate having access to the common areas like the gym and work spaces in Fizzy E16, it’s quite inconvenient that Fizzy Canning Town residents aren’t able to access the building or floor without getting a fob from the concierge. It makes me feels like I don’t have the same rights to the shared spaces even though I should. Several times I have gone to the building and have to wait for the concierge to let me into the front door to then ask for the key. The shared spaces are lovely and very well maintained, but I would like access to be easir.