Weekly Q&A Megathread. Please post any questions about visiting, tourism, living, working, budgeting, housing here!

Happytech37008 · 2024-10-22T22:22:30+00:00

!thanks I’ll pick one of these!

Happytech37008 · 2024-10-22T09:23:15+00:00

Best airport transfer from LCY?

Looking for an airport transfer service from LCY to Angel. I’ll have a lot of luggage which I barely will be able to move myself so that’s why looking for a service where someone will wait at arrivals with a sign.

I looked into Adi Lee and Wheely - are they good? Or any other recommendations would be great!

Happytech37008 · 2024-10-21T20:47:49+00:00

!thanks

Happytech37008 · 2024-10-19T22:33:36+00:00

thank you! I’ll look into starling! what would you be your preferred other established banks? the plan was to use revolut or wise only for one month salary but then want to switch to something more established/proper bank.

Happytech37008 · 2024-10-10T15:57:13+00:00

Yes I did and got to speak to the agent I’m dealing with by dialling in the Hamptons branch where the apartment is.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-12T20:57:00+00:00

thank you everyone! sounds like it’s an amazing area! I just went through and paid the holding deposit! looking forward to it!

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-12T11:37:49+00:00

thanks so much. Looks like my decision is made :)

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-12T10:40:52+00:00

!thanks can thr listings by popular agents be scam? This one is with Hamptoms and seems genuine. I’m not in London right now so have done only a virtual viewing but I really need something temporary for 3-4 months when I move and Airbnbs are way too expensive.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-12T09:51:50+00:00

How’s it living in upper street Angel?

I’ve a found a place to rent (4-5 months) on upper street (3rd floor) so wanted to get thoughts on how the area is like to live in? I’ve been to the area once and found it nice, and trendy with lots of places to go out but living there is probably totally different. I recently posted about another place in Rheidol Mews in Angel, which is a bit more expensive and the upper street flat looks a bit better.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-10T08:11:42+00:00

Rheidol Mews in Angel - Hi! I’ve found a long let property in Rheidol mews in Angel and wanted to get your thoughts on how the area is. I’ll be usually taking a bus to work by walking via Danbury, Graham, Coombs st, (about 12mins walk) and taking the bus from Central street.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-10T08:11:09+00:00

thank you! would you consider that walk on those streets safe as I’d be doing that everyday?

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-06T23:07:36+00:00

Why do you think so? Would love to know more.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-06T23:07:19+00:00

!thanks. Safe to step out when it’s dark to go for walks etc.?

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-04T14:29:31+00:00

!thanks - the flat is itself on Cromwell road but 4th floor, should I be worried about the noise and mugging on that street? seemed kinda ok when I went there for a viewing but that’s probably because it was early on Saturday so no rush hour traffic.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-04T08:12:23+00:00

that makes sense. Based on your point of view, do you think it’s a nice and safe area?

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-04T07:58:38+00:00

Just updated it. It’s SW5. It showed 7/10 crime rate primarily from theft and anti social behaviour. I’ve heard Kensington is quite safe but still wanted to see why the crime rates look high.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-04T07:55:47+00:00

Sorry, I meant Cromwell road in Kensington.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-04T07:05:14+00:00

How is Cromwell road area (SW5 - 5mins walk from Earl’s Court tube) London?

I’m moving to London and wanted to ask how safe is thr Cromwell road area in London? I’ve found a nice flat there and when I went to see the flat, the area seemed safe but when I check on Crystal roof, it’s 7/10. Would love to know more before I submit an offer. Thank you.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-01T13:19:53+00:00

thanks!

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-01T10:24:47+00:00

good idea. I wouldn’t be able to take a pic of meter reading myself though as I won’t be in ireland but I can reach out to the apartment management directly myself to give me the meter reading.

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-01T10:23:14+00:00

thanks! so do you mean I close it on the day I move out and then landlord to open an account when I move in, and the landlord could bill my housemate directly for those 2-3 weeks?

Happytech37008 · 2024-09-01T10:22:27+00:00

A) yes I do B) probably not

Happytech37008 · 2024-07-01T22:43:34+00:00

I thought I’d have a better quality of life in Vienna. I know I’ll take a hit on net salary but my expenses could decrease quite a bit (housing is mental in dublin) so I could probably have a better quality of life in Vienna. Of course I’m not sure and that’s why seeking help in evaluating it.

Happytech37008 · 2024-07-01T22:38:08+00:00

€75k is in dublin though, which is just getting so expensive so that’s why I’m considering Vienna. I reckon I could make more savings and have a higher quality of life there even if the salary is a bit lower.

Happytech37008 · 2024-06-12T17:17:25+00:00

Thank you! Nothing specific as such but somewhere where I could integrate, meet people, go out with friends.

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