Ebb&Flow, Friars Walk, Reading, Berkshire, RG1

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

pros- very close to the town centre, food takeaways and transport links. cons - parking availability is very scarce outside of the car park with is not ideal for those who either have multiple vehicles or just has a visitor as more money will need to be spent in order to secure parking. the nightclubs, for me is a con only being I live essentially opposite them, however that is not a concern for someone on a different side or even potentially higher up.

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

any issues raised have been dealt with accordingly

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

ebb and flow pride themselves on community which is lovely, very inclusive for all residents which is a really nice touch especially if someone is outgoing and friendly, I have made some really lovely friends since living here which I am grateful for.

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

Ebb & Flow is a wonderful place to call home. The community is clean, well-maintained, and efficiently managed. The management team is exceptional—always attentive, responsive, and ready to assist with any concerns. I highly recommend Ebb & Flow to anyone seeking a comfortable and well-run living environment.

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

The team demonstrated excellent responsiveness, addressing and resolving all issues on the same day with professionalism and positivity.

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

How amazing the classes are! A real feel for community

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Ebb and flow is surely the best place to live in Reading, the location is great, the building looks beautiful inside and out and the community team does a great job in looking after all us tenants.

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

Building management responds promptly and attentively

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

Wish i had known this place before, so i could have moved in earlier

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

Area is very convenient and welcoming. The only little drawback is the music heard sometimes until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and coming from a neighbouring bar.

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

The building management team has always responded quickly and efficiently.

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

The only thing that comes to my mind is the Loftliving app and the activities.

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

Living in my area has a nice balance of positives and negatives. There’s a good range of local shops and a few decent restaurants and cafés, though nightlife options are limited. Open spaces are well-maintained and pleasant for walks. Transport links are fairly reliable, with buses and trains available, though peak-time congestion can be frustrating. On my street, parking can be tight, especially in the evenings, and bin collections are generally consistent but occasionally delayed. Anti-social behaviour is rare, though traffic noise is noticeable during rush hours. Overall, it’s a comfortable place to live with room for improvement.

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

Yes The building management responded quickly and professionally when I reported my broken dishwasher. They arranged for a contractor to attend within a short timeframe, kept me updated on progress, and made sure the issue was resolved properly. I felt supported throughout the process and appreciated how straightforward it was to get the problem sorted.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how strict the development is about noise and gatherings after 10pm. While I completely understand the importance of keeping the community peaceful, it does feel a little restrictive at times, especially when hosting friends or enjoying social evenings. A slightly more flexible approach would make the atmosphere feel friendlier without disturbing others.