Neighbourhood and local area reviews for renting in Lincoln

Multiple drug dealings in front of property reported to police via myself and from members of street

Short version:

Avoid at all costs; they do not honour promises made in writing. I have attached the company’s response assuring me that I would not be charged for pre-existing damage and cleaning.

Long version:
I moved into a flat in Lincoln last year; the condition of the flat when it was handed over to me was beyond disgusting. Drugs left above a door – which prompted me to contact the police – dust covered the flat, brown marks decorated the toilet, and toothpaste marked the sink. The walls were in terrible condition. The window latches were rusted, resulting in the windows not closing properly and it being freezing during the winter months. The floor had chunks missing, and one of the sockets had a large crack running through it.

They promised before I moved in that the floor would be fixed and the flat would be cleaned; it wasn’t. I stayed for 6-months, during which time no attempts were made to fix the issues with the floor. As for the windows, they sent out a guy who stuck a towel in it and called it fixed.

After complaining, I was informed, in writing, that I would not be charged for the cleaning of the flat after I left, nor would I be charged for fixing the damaged socket. However, once I left, I received a claim totalling £159.72: £96.00 to clean the oven, which was barely used, and £63.72 to fix the socket.

I cannot stress enough how terrible the experience was and still is dealing with this company; in all honesty, avoid them at all cost. I wish I could give them minus stars. This is the single worst estate agency I have ever had the displeasure of dealing with.

The tenants felt unsafe in the area. The actual street was nice for the first few years but then loads of people moved inwho had very different views to the family neighbourhood and this largely involved outdoor parties on a Monday morning 3-6am and the smell of cannabis everywhere. The area itself is well known round Lincoln but within walking distance to town and shops.

Great locality. All the shops and restaurants yu need in immediate area of Burton Road and Newport.
Very close to BGU and town centre only a 20 mins walk away.

Good neighbourhood with everything on your doorstep. Half way between the high street and the common with a selection of shops nearby.

Lovely area. On street car parking but never had an issue with finding a space.......

The area was generally great, really close to town, not very noisy and not much trouble. Right behind the police station.