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avoid at all costs this street is a dumping ground for druggies and other assorted scum as for neighbourhood watch that the biggest joke of all as the only people you gotta watch are the neighbours

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kitkat reviewed Lenzie, East Dunbartonshire, East Dunbartonshire

Sep 10, 2009

4/5Good

“Lenzie is a Great Place to Live”

Lenzie is a fantastic place to live. It's very clean, safe, and has some of the best schools in the UK. It's easy access by train to Glasgow (10 minutes) and near health facilities, leisure centers and easy access to the motorway. It's quiet, but, does boast a couple great restaurants, a pub, cafe, hairdresser, flower shop, baker, grocer, etc. Property isn't cheap in Lenzie, but, if you can get your hands on a place, it's well worth it.

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Withalmalwoo reviewed Warecroft Road, Kingsteignton, Devon

Sep 09, 2009

3/5Average

“The posh side of the village”

Warecroft Road was built circa 1975 with the upper part built a couple years later by Wimpey Homes. I have lived in Warecroft Road for a number of years in a semi-detached house and the thing that stands out most is the number of cars present. These properties were never designed to accomodate this many vehicles, some properties have as many as 4.

Certain people who live here believe they own the road and that certain areas on the road are theirs and nobody elses.

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jaguar reviewed Livingstone Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Aug 25, 2009

4/5Good

“brilliant street for all ages”

A very peaceful and friendly bohemian street with an excellent delicatessen situated at the bottom of the street. Situated right next to the meadows park, with excellent tennis and a new kids play park and an abundance of room to play frisbee and football, golf or cricket and any other outdoor activity really!!
Occasional noise from fire/police/ambulance sirens but less so if you live at the top. a well respected primary school round the corner and a sick kids hospital next to that too. parking can be tight but never impossible. get a permit, its easier that way. the fruit and veg market only a few streets away has excellent fresh choice and a top class fishmongers. Local pubs are friendly and sophisticated but the high student numbers keep the vibe down to earth so there not stuffy. there is everything you need in very close proximity, and i mean everything. going into the city centre is rarely required. buses run very close to the street. the city centre is a 15min walk away. neighbours are pleasant and chatty once you get to know them. everyone respects each other and there is a strong recycling drive in the street with regular pick-ups and bins provided. crime is very low, just make sure your bike is locked as thats about all that ever gets pinched. very safe at night and well lit. many trees and plants and grass so the air feels clean. renting can be pricey but worth it, and buying is very expensive as its a sought after area for all the reasons aforementioned. overall a fantastic area to live in which is why ive been here for 3 years!

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Bearo666 reviewed Blackburn

Aug 23, 2009

2/5Poor

“Blackburn; a place of un-mined potential”

I was born here but I left some years ago, but have recently returned and I love it. I live quite close to the town centre and I often walk into town rather than drive. There is a fair range of shops in 'The Mall' but a few more wouldn't go a miss. I don't venture over to the market; it's been dismal for years; I'm looking forward to the new market that is currently under development.

We have a mixed populace here; it is ethnically diverse. Personally I think that's a good thing but unfortunately we have a minority of people who like to stir up trouble.

Blackburn is a nice place but it could be better, but that's up to the people. Some people don't have any respect for the place where they live.

Blackburn has it's grot spots unfortunately; the canal is quite nice in parts but it attracts some louts who deposit their litter all around. Cheap alcohol from the supermarkets is to blame, but I guess you get that everywhere.

You don't have to travel far in Blackburn before you realise that we are blessed by some beautiful countryside.

We have some nice parks in Blackburn but they need bringing back up to their former glory, although I believe Queen's Park is quite nice. It has green flag status whatever that means.

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Bearo666 reviewed Oarwen, Blackburn with Darwen

Aug 23, 2009

2/5Poor

“Oarwen; a place of mystery.”

Oarwen is truly a remarkable place. It only exists on the internet because in reality it does not exist. If you look it up on http://maps.google.co.uk/ it will direct you to a car park in Blackburn.

Please visit Oarwen and sample the delights of kids playing football, or watching people park their cars. If you get bored of this you can always watch the traffic passing by on both sides of Oarwen. Occasionally you will see the lights start to flash and the traffic is forced to stop until the fire engines have left the fire station adjacent to Oarwen. Oarwen is bordered on the other side by the old Canterbury Street Barracks and the Royal Mail.

Come to Oarwen, a place that is truly magical.

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enen reviewed Vale Grove, Ealing, Greater London

Jul 14, 2009

3/5Average

“Good quiet community”

Having lived here for 18 years, i know Vale Grove can be a bit busy during working hours as the art gallery at the end of the road can be quite popular, the houses are modestly sized and everything is calm after 6pm. The parking is the only concern, its a constant on going battle for a space outside your house, with people parking here who dont live here. Other than that the road is quiet, great neighbours, fair amount of sunshine in the gardens (when it eventually shines).

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Shyman reviewed Finchley Road, Camden Town, Greater London

Jun 10, 2009

4/5Good

“A good place for a fun night out”

Finchley Road hosts a large amount of facilities and venues. The most prominent being the 02 centre. Cinemas, restaurants, supermarkets, bars, clubs, shops... You name it, you can find it in the 02 centre. It has recently been refurbished and now sports a slightly modern theme which is great!

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Shyman reviewed Hampstead High Street, Camden Town, Greater London

Jun 10, 2009

4/5Good

“My childhood years...”

I LOVE Hampstead. It's a brilliant place. As a kid, i spent a majority of my time out in the streets of hampstead. Whether that was the Everyman cinema, Hampstead Heath, the high street, the restaurants or after school clubs. A large proportion of people that live here have children which makes it a great place for families to socialise and interact.

You also run into famous people here quite alot. I know the woman who plays moneypenny in the recent James Bond movies lives in the Vale of Health in hampstead, only last month i bumped into Russel Brand and Sol Campbell has a house near the heath.

Furthermore, the places to eat are brilliant. Mind you, you do need to have quite a deep pocket. However, you certainly get what you pay for in the majority of the restaurants.

Healthcare is also great. The Royal Free Hospital provides first class healthcare for the public and is one of the most highly respected public hospitals in London.

The only down point i can think of is in recent years, muggers have taken to stalking the streets of Hampstead.

But all in all, a BRILLIANT place!!!! Definitely recommended...

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Gentleman reviewed Roy Gardens, Ilford, Greater London

May 06, 2009

4/5Good

“Greener Greater London suburb to live a peaceful life but all amenities within armlenght.”

Good place for families with kids. Good school around, good nightlife, relatively low rate crime, green sorrounding, so scope for a fresh breath within Greater London!!

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Owlwings reviewed Cherry Hinton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Apr 15, 2009

3/5Average

“Village atmosphere lives on!”

Cherry Hinton has a good community spirit, thanks to the efforts of a number of people in the village. Many people think of Cherry Hinton as a suburb of Cambridge but it still has a character of its own and a sense of place.

It is (mostly) located within the City boundary and so enjoys some of the advantages of living in Cambridge, while avoiding some of the disadvantages. The bus service is good, though a little on the expensive side unless you are over 60, when you qualify for a free pass. It is about 12 minutes from Addenbrookes Hospital and only about 30 minutes to the centre of Cambridge by bus. Both the Citi1 and the Citi3 call at the railway station, so commuting to London is easy, too.

The local shops comprise a Tesco Express, a Post Office (which is also a general store with a good range of Indian groceries), a newsagent, two chemists and a private bakery (Dorringtons). Banking facilities include a branch of Lloyds TSB and a Cambridge Building Society office. There are three ATMs in the High Street. A larger Tesco is situated between Cherry Hinton and Fulbourn and is easily accessible by bus or car as well as being within walking distance of the High Street.

Two (and possibly three) of the four pubs in the village provide food. The Robin Hood has a fairly standard menu from a syndicated chain and the Red Lion provides a well prepared Thai cuisine at reasonable prices. The rather small Sitar restaurant is one of the better Indian restaurants in the area. Both the 'local chippy' (Cherry House) and the Golden Bridge provide reasonable (but not remarkable) take away Chinese food.

There are two Infants' schools in the village and one Junior school. Middle and Upper schooling is served by Netherhall which is within easy cycling or walking distance. Apart from being very convenient to Addenbrookes hospital, there are two doctors' surgeries and a dentist.

Many people from outside Cambridge will know Cherry Hinton Hall Park as the site of the Cambridge Folk Festival. The park is open all year round and is a real jewel in the crown of the village. Other open spaces are the Recreation ground, the spring known as The Giant's Grave and a Nature Reserve in one of the old chalk quarries. Another quarry is the site of a well kept and secluded Caravan and Camping site.

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lauryn reviewed Merton Park, Hammersmith, Gt Lon

Mar 29, 2009

4/5Good

“Quiet, leafy suburb”

A quiet, leafy suburb situated amongst well regarded towns such as Wimbledon, Morden, Raynes Park and Colliers Wood, Merton Park is an ideal location for families and also suited to professionals. Based just 6 miles from central London, Merton Park does not have its own tube or train station but South Wimbledon tube station is very close by and Wimbledon mainline train station is not much further. Merton Park does have a tram stop which enables residents to get to Wimbledon, Croydon and Beckenham very easily. There are a number of primary schools in the immediate area as well as a handful of playing fields and recreation grounds. Merton Park is predominantly residential and does not have any shops within it, except for a bar at the Old Rutlishians playing field. South Wimbledon provides residents with local shops and Wimbledon is a shoping hub, so everything you need is never far away. The northern section of Merton Park is a conservation area and is the nicest part of the town to live in.

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lauryn reviewed Tottenham, Greater London, England

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Vibrant, popular town in north London”

Tottenham, although filled with fantastic architecture, diverse culture and excellent public transport links, is quite a grubby looking town in north London comprising South Tottenham, Tottenham Green, Tottenham Hale and Tottenham Marshes. A multicultural hotspot and home to various ethnic groups including African-Caribbean, Kurdish, Turkish-Cypriot, Irish and Portuguese, Tottenham is said to house the largest Ghanaian population in the UK and Europe. An urban area perfectly suited to young professionals working in London, Tottenham is linked to the rest of London via buses, tubes and trains running from Bruce Grove, Northumberland Park, White Hart Lane, Seven Sisters and Tottenham Hale train stations and South Tottenham, Seven Sisters and Tottenham Hale tube stations. These lines link Tottenham directly with Kings Cross St Pancras, Oxford Circus, London Victoria, Stratford and Liverpool Street as well as neighbouring towns such as Waltham Cross, Edmonton Green, Stamford Hill, Hackney, Crouch End, Leytonstone, Finsbury Park and Highbury. Tottenham plays host to many historic sites and buildings including Bruce Castle, The Old Tottenham Manor House, All Hallows Church, Tottenham Cemetery, Broadwater Farm, Bruce Grove, Clyde Circus Conservation area and Brook Street Chapel. It is also known for its Premier League football team, Tottenham Hotspur.

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lauryn reviewed Teddington

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Town with a good reputation in south west London”

Located on the north bank of the Thames river, Teddington sits amongst towns such as Hampton, Twickenham, Richmond, Kingston, Thames Ditton, Fulwell and Sunbury. Popular among families and professionals, Teddington plays host to about 8 churches of differing faiths, at least 4 primary schools, some secondary schools, banks and a number of shops. There is a railway station which links the town with central London as well as a number of office buildings. The area is predominantly residential and is known for being home to Teddington Lock, Teddington Studios, Haymarket Group and Teddington Rugby Club. Housing in the area ranges from luxury flats to family homes.

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lauryn reviewed Headcorn, Ashford

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Tiny pretty village”

A small village on the borders of Surrey, Sussex and Kent, Headcorn is nestled amongst other tiny villages and is all but based out in the middle of nowhere. It is best suited to retirees and young families and has a very old village atmosphere. Within the town you'll find a handful of churches of differing faiths, a small airfield and an aviation museum and a parachuting centre. There are a number of shops and what not in Headcorn including a small supermarket, a library, a village hall and a monthly farmers market. The village centre is quite pretty and peaceful and is obviously very old, but provides an enjoyable lifestyle for those seeking an escape from London life. Headcorn railway station provides direct links into Dover, Ramsgate, Canterbury and Charing Cross in London.

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lauryn reviewed Egerton, Kent

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Peaceful country town”

This 13th century village based in Kent is neighbour to what is reportedly the most haunted village in England, Pluckley. Also sitting amongst Charing, Charing Heath, Lenham Heath and Egerton Forstal, this tiny area located nine miles from Ashford is a rural one that is home to a pub / cafe, the Millenium Hall, a village store, a games barn, a cricket pitch, a football pitch, an internet cafe and a local primary school. Most suited to very young families and retirees, this quiet and peaceful place plays host to a number of listed buildings including Egerton House, St James Church and a Bronze Age burial ground, making it a great location for visitors and tourists. Residents can enjoy a variety of clubs including an over 60s club, a film society, a laughing club and Egerton Players.

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lauryn reviewed Hadlow, Kent

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Great family-orientated town”

A delightful village based in the Medway valley of Kent, Hadlow lies between Tonbridge and Mereworth on the A26. An ideal location for retirees, families and those seeking the quiet life in a village atmosphere, Hadlow used to be one of the centres of the hop growing industry. The village main street is brick paved and the river Bourne flows through the area, making it an idyllic looking location. Housing comprises old homes and luxury flats and there are buses running through the area and linking it with Tonbridge and Maidstone. Hadlow is also home to Hadlow College, a cricket club, a church, a manor hotel, a primary school, a grocery store and greengrocer, and a post office. It is 3 miles from Tonbridge town centre where trains run into Dover and central London.

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lauryn reviewed Penshurst, Kent

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Wine capital of Kent”

Endearingly known for producing quite a fine drop of wine or two, Penshurst - a village some five miles south of Sevenoaks and located west of Tonbridge – lies between two rivers: the Medway and the Eden. With less than 1000 residents, the majority of the parish is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, matched by stunning man-made Tudor-style and Victorian buildings located in the village. With a great local pub and two churches, Penshurst is hallmarked by historic houses including Printstyle Place, which is renowned for serving some of the better wines west of the Scilly Isles. Penshurst is also home to its own mainline railway station which lyes about two miles north of the village.

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lauryn reviewed Hounslow

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Popular location near Heathrow receiving a facelift”

This suburban development and major metropolitan centre is situated 10 miles west south-west of central London. Focused around a pedestrianised High Street which plays host to the Treaty Shopping Centre, a number of different stores, a handful of cafes and the Hounslow local library, Hounslow is currently undergoing major redevelopment. Various stages of this regeneration will see apartment blocks, an ASDA supermarket and a cinema being added to the town among other features. Hounslow, which borders the area of London Heathrow airport, is served by the Piccadilly tube line at Hounslow Central, Hounslow West and Hounslow East tube stations, and a mainline service runs from Hounslow railway station. The area also has a large bus garage and bus station with frequent services running to nearby Whitton, Southall, Brentford, Ealing, Feltham, Isleworth and Harrow, as well as Heathrow airport and central London.

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lauryn reviewed Uxbridge, Hillingdon, Greater London

Mar 29, 2009

4/5Good

“University town west of London”

A university town and suburban development in west London, Uxbridge is based just 15 miles north west of Charing Cross and is one of the major metropolitan centres in London. With a population of 60 – 65,000 people, Uxbridge is an ideal location for families and professionals. It has excellent public transport links into London and is located near to Heathrow airport. Tubes and mainline trains run from Uxbridge station and buses connect the town to Hillingdon, Hayes, Ruisliip and Slough. Uxbridge town centre is home to many offices but mostly retail outlets including two shopping centres and various independent stores. There is also a church in the immediate area together with the main European offices of companies such as Parexel, Xerox, Apple, Unisys, Coca Cola, Manpower and PricewaterhouseCoopers.

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lauryn reviewed Greenford

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“Culturally diverse town”

A suburb in west London and one of the oldest known towns in the area, Greenford is a culturally diverse location home to residents from many communities including those from India, the Caribbean, Kenya, Poland, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Macedonia and the Middle East. Based between Northolt, Sudbury Hill, Perivale, Yeading, Southall, Hanwell and Harrow, Greenford has great public transport links from Greenford and South Greenford mainline train stations and Greenford tube station. The most prominent landmarks and places of interest in Greenford include the London Motorcycle Museum, the A40, a small parish church, Betham House and Horsenden Hill. The area is most suited to families and has one primary and one secondary school.

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lauryn reviewed New Romney, Kent

Mar 29, 2009

3/5Average

“An historic town with loads of character”

Originally a harbour town and sea port at the mouth of the river Rother, New Romney is, today, quite a different town that sits over a mile from the ocean. A small town with just one secondary school, New Romney is best suited to families and retirees. New Romney is an historic town with loads of character and an old High Street that plays host to a Sainsburys supermarket and several small independent shops. The area in general is also home to an impressive church and a number of almshouses. It sits astride the A259 which links the town with Dover and Portsmouth, and is serviced by buses that connect to Hastings, Folkestone and Ashford.

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thegrass reviewed Llys yr Orsaf, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

“hell on earth”

kitkat reviewed Lenzie, East Dunbartonshire, East Dunbartonshire

“Lenzie is a Great Place to Live”

Withalmalwoo reviewed Warecroft Road, Kingsteignton, Devon

“The posh side of the village”

jaguar reviewed Livingstone Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

“brilliant street for all ages”

Bearo666 reviewed Blackburn

“Blackburn; a place of un-mined potential”

Bearo666 reviewed Oarwen, Blackburn with Darwen

“Oarwen; a place of mystery.”

enen reviewed Vale Grove, Ealing, Greater London

“Good quiet community”

Shyman reviewed Finchley Road, Camden Town, Greater London

“A good place for a fun night out”

Shyman reviewed Hampstead High Street, Camden Town, Greater London

“My childhood years...”

Gentleman reviewed Roy Gardens, Ilford, Greater London

“Greener Greater London suburb to live a peaceful life but all amenities within armlenght.”

Owlwings reviewed Cherry Hinton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

“Village atmosphere lives on!”

lauryn reviewed Merton Park, Hammersmith, Gt Lon

“Quiet, leafy suburb”

lauryn reviewed Tottenham, Greater London, England

“Vibrant, popular town in north London”

lauryn reviewed Teddington

“Town with a good reputation in south west London”

lauryn reviewed Headcorn, Ashford

“Tiny pretty village”

lauryn reviewed Egerton, Kent

“Peaceful country town”

lauryn reviewed Hadlow, Kent

“Great family-orientated town”

lauryn reviewed Penshurst, Kent

“Wine capital of Kent”

lauryn reviewed Hounslow

“Popular location near Heathrow receiving a facelift”

lauryn reviewed Uxbridge, Hillingdon, Greater London

“University town west of London”

lauryn reviewed Greenford

“Culturally diverse town”

lauryn reviewed New Romney, Kent

“An historic town with loads of character”

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