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Urban Bubble Hove reviews

3.3

★★★★★

336 reviews across 1 platform

5 Ethel Street, Hove, BN3 3GW

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Urban Bubble's office in Hove, at 5 Ethel Street, is rated 3.3 out of 5 across 336 reviews on 1 platform.

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1/5

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I've been very disappointed by the…

I've been very disappointed by the service from Urban Bubble. Have lodged multiple complaints about certain aspects that come under the building management and nothing gets done. They don't even respond to them.

Jamie · 10 November 2025

Agent replied · 25 December 2025

Hi Jamie, we're sorry to hear you've been disappointed. We always aim to respond promptly and keep residents informed. We've checked our records and can see we responded to your last contact, but didn't hear back from you at the time. If there are outstanding concerns we're not aware of, please get in touch directly so we can look into this and help resolve things. Thanks from urbanbubble

5/5

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Urban Bubble - Emma and Louise

The whole process has been great with Urbanbubble - in particular Emma and Louise have been extremely helpful, insightful and respond to queries promptly. They’re a great credit to the team and both have single handily made a huge positive impact in the flat moving process.

Ewan · 6 December 2024

1/5

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Building Maintenance where it is forgotten that the owners are the client

Urban Bubble building management is a totally unprofessional. They refuse to communicate with residents, don’t even understand the rights that residents and homeowners have within the properties they manage.

Justin · 8 December 2025

Agent replied · 25 December 2025

Hi Justin, we're sorry to hear you've had this experience and feel this way about our service. We take all feedback seriously and always aim to communicate clearly with residents and homeowners. If there are specific concerns about building maintenance, defects or budget matters that haven't been addressed, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss them with you directly. Please get in touch with us so we can look into your concerns and work towards a resolution. Thanks from urbanbubble

5/5

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Easy, smooth process

Easy, smooth process with Alessandra. Thank you!

Jalm · 3 June 2026

Agent replied · 24 September 2026

Hi Jalm! Thank you for your feedback ! We're pleased Alessandra made the process so easy and smooth for you. We'll make sure she knows you've appreciated her help. Thanks from urbanbubble

5/5

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From the maintenance team

From the maintenance team, Carl came and he fixed a leakage and the door he is professional and respectful thank you!

عزه · 29 September 2026

4/5

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Students renting a house

I am an international student, and this is my first time renting a house in the UK. It is always difficult to rent a house in a less familiar country, thanks to urbanbubble and rightmove for their help.

大筒木一乐 · 1 September 2025

Agent replied · 25 September 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about Xavier’s support. We understand how challenging it can be to navigate renting in a new country, and we’re so pleased to hear that you felt supported throughout the process. Wishing you the best in your new home!

1/5

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Genuinely worrying that this company is still running

Moved out of our flats at Local Crescent due to how terrible our experience was with Urban Bubble, to name just a few issues we had;- Had 2x bikes stolen - Urban Bubble wouldn't accept the blame of advertising their bike sheds as 'secure' when they didn't securing lock the doors, and had no CCTV in the car park whatsoever! In total around 25 bikes were stolen from the building in 6 months.- People were living illegally in the apartment next door; who were partying from 1am-5am, doing drugs and having fights - we were advised by Elise from Urban Bubble to call the police as they wouldn't do anything. They actually told Front of House to not support us as they didn't want Urban Bubble being on any paperwork linked to the illegal tenants! So we had to take the matter into our own hands and handle with the police!- They will take weeks to reply to an email or call and are no real help to support you as a tenant whatsoever.- The lifts have been broken in our block for over 8 weeks, so everyone has to use the stairs. My boyfriend had a serious back injury with no way of the paramedics safely getting him to the hospital. The other two blocks are 18 storeys and they have also been broken for weeks on end - (obviously not at all bothered about their disabled tenants.)- Pool constantly broke or 'out of order'-Urban Bubble did not send the relevant email to renew my direct debit, I had to chase to be able to pay my own rent, this took around 3 weeks to sort. They would not provide any bank details for me to send the money, they then stated I had 'late rent payments' when joyfully moving out. I was then charged double for next months rent and therefore was owed £1500 - when asking for the money to be rightfully returned, Urban Bubble explained that it was the Thursday before Good Friday therefore they would have to 'sort it' when they returned on Tuesday. (FYI nobody contacted me and I had to chase this outstanding refund for another few weeks.)- Despite reporting that one of the internal locking systems in the bedroom door had broken as it was cheaply and poorly installed (meaning you could get locked inside the bedroom) nothing was done about this - and now they are trying to charge us for the door lock from our deposit.- The flat was completely spotless when leaving the property but Urban Bubble conduct their own deposit check out reports (not biased whatsoever) and therefore are trying to charge us for slight marks on the wall and to 'clean the washing machine.' Just a standard money grabbing company, who do not care whatsoever about the tenants and their wellbeing.The company is an absolute farce - I wouldn't wish having to deal with Elise, Kerry or Gary on my worst enemy.

Alicia · 9 July 2022

3/5

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Adeeb has been extremely responsive

Adeeb has been extremely responsive, helpful and caring and diligent since I started working with him. I can rely on him.For the rest they haven’t been replying or very late, unresponsive, not diligent, not accountable, a big lack of communication.I am happy to change my review for the better when I will see improvements in the general staff! BestKS

Karim · 28 February 2024

5/5

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Shower repair

Repair to the shower by Carl, quick and effective. Very happy

Xxx · 26 March 2026

Agent replied · 6 June 2026

Hi! Thank you for your review. We're pleased Carl repaired the shower quickly and effectively. We'll make sure he knows you've appreciated his work. Thanks from urbanbubble

5/5

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Really satisfied with the whole overall…

Really satisfied with the whole overall process.

Tet · 24 April 2026

Agent replied · 6 June 2026

Hi Tet Nyi Aung! Thank you for the great feedback. We're thrilled the whole process was so fast and smooth for you. Alessandra is fantastic at what she does, and we'll make sure she knows how much you've appreciated her help. Thanks from urbanbubble

4/5

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They are really helpful and quick when…

They are really helpful and quick when it comes to solving problems. They care about their customers. Agents like Alessandra make sure they assist you until you've got what you want.

Angel · 18 June 2026

5/5

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Xavier didn't just find a tenant for…

Xavier didn't just find a tenant for our flat; he expertly guided us through every single step of the process with remarkable clarity.

YM · 6 December 2025

Agent replied · 25 December 2025

Hi YM! Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation. We're delighted Xavier provided such expert guidance throughout the entire process. He's excellent at what he does, and we'll make sure he knows about your feedback. Thanks from urbanbubble

4/5

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Adeeb is managing our tenants

Adeeb is managing our tenants. He has been on the ball in chasing late payments and notifying me timely of progress. Whilst my experience with Urban Bubble was, at times, difficult. Adeeb’s strong customer focus shone through. May it continue and may others learn from him about dealing with customers.

Eitan · 29 May 2024

1/5

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NEVER NEVER RENT WITH THEM.

NEVER NEVER RENT WITH THEM.There have been several power outages during the last month affecting the whole building. It has been now 2 consecutive days without power causing severe disruptions and it is still not fixed. Electricity went off last evening for the second time and no one came up to ‘fix it’ until 9am in the morning. It is now 7pm and its off again. It is impossible to get in contact with Urban Bubble. Utterly useless.

Laura · 3 February 2022

4/5

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I lived in one their site Burlington…

I lived in one their site Burlington Square, the apartment was very nice and was very clean, reception was nice as wellMaintenance was very big issue, basically nothing get fixed, you have to wait for 2 months, maintenance guy was unable to fix basic issuesManager was not helpful at all, she was defensive and angry when you complained to her about maintenance issues, she think it's normal to wait 2 months for such washing machine to get fixed Residents were smoking weed, and cigarette which causing a difficulty in breathing Reception staff were very good, especially wahl the Egyptian guy very helpful. always smiling and say hello to everyone and he is very good security guyIf they fix maintenance issues, this place is good to live in, and in need of a different manager

Butterfly · 28 July 2021

5/5

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Highly improved standards

Initially I had problems with Urban Bubble regarding the ability to contact them but since Adeeb was assigned to my account everything has improved. Adeeb always answers my emails and phone calls and keeps me in the loop at all times. He works swiftly and professionally resolving any issues that arise.

Marie · 16 April 2024

5/5

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Thank you

Rose has been excellent in dealing with a problem in my flat. This is probably the first time that I have found UB to be so easy to work with. I do hope that it continues. Thank you, Rose!

Melanie · 4 November 2024

5/5

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Good Agent

I appreciate the services from Adeeb which we have recieved constantly fromthe last three month. Adeeb have more professional and helpful to deal with my tenant rent issue. Keep your work profession. Thanks Adeeb once again.

Vincent · 14 November 2024

2/5

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They keep 'losing' my rent

I live in a building run by them and have for almost 2 years now. I have a standing order set up to pay rent, so I will never forget.

Ayden · 8 August 2025

Agent replied · 25 September 2025

Hi Ayden, we’re truly sorry to hear about the stress this situation has caused. Rent and payment records should be managed smoothly, and we regret that you’ve experienced repeated issues. We’ll be reviewing our processes to ensure our communications are clearer and more accurate, so that situations like this don’t happen again. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

1/5

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This by far is the worst company to…

This by far is the worst company to deal with any managing property issues .Same water leak since 2021 and they keep on sending contractors to repair. Someone is being scammed here. Especially the lease holders... The customer service is like a school playground, everyone running around each other and no one knows what to do !Amazes me , how they win such awards !!!

Kay · 4 January 2023

5/5

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It’s very good experience and good…

It’s very good experience and good service Alessandra

Ma-kn · 9 October 2026

1/5

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Zero star

Absolute sharks this company! Really hoping they go out of business very soon. Overspend after overspend on property management with no justification and a massively declining service - to the point we have had them replaced with another management company. Now they have issued a section 208 letter for an anticipated overspend from a year ago!! They also send correspondence at the end of the day so you can't speak to anyone. I've fed this back so many times but all letters which are always to give bad news come around 5pm and they don't answer when you call. Nothing good to say about them!

Alex · 19 December 2024

4/5

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Clear communication and a smooth process

I have found Urbanbubble easy to deal with and clear throughout the application process. Communication has been prompt and straightforward. The team handled everything efficiently, which really helped reduce stress at a time when moving can feel overwhelming. So far, the experience has been smooth and reassuring.

Sergio · 19 December 2025

1/5

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Awful company

Awful company - just a total scam - they keep your deposit money and don't pay it back

Callum · 20 November 2025

Agent replied · 25 December 2025

Hi Callum, we're sorry to hear about your experience. We work hard to process deposits fairly and respond to all resident queries. If you have outstanding concerns, please reach out to us directly so we can investigate and get this sorted for you. Thanks from urbanbubble

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