Berkeley Homes East Thames Ltd London reviews

★★★★★ 1/5

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Woolwich Arsenal

Living in a property South of London, Woolwich Arsenal. Just after approximately 6 years of property being built the outer facade had to be repaired due to poorly built balconies. A brick from the 13th floor has fallen to the ground. Imagine if someone was walking past and it hit them... fortunately, no one was injured. Anyways, the solution was made to fix an extra layer of cladding covering the balconies to prevent further accidents. It took them around three months to fix the panels on the brickwork, despite it being rather slow for work done, they (or the contractors) left a huge mess afterwards. They have failed to properly clean the balconies and the outer windows were left dirty with grime and dirt from construction and scaffolding.Before buying think twice. What kind of quality building this is if the bricks starting to fall?

Roman · 8 November 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Fantastic Customer Service Team in Berkeley

Both Sales Management team and post-completion Customer Service team did a fantastic job to inform the progress of my house development and handle snagging items effectively. Even though there had quality issues to be fixed after completion, the Customer Service team pay a keen role to bring up my confident level to recommend Berkeley as a good choice of developer.

Clarence · 1 November 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Berkeley took everything from me.

2 years ago I lost all my possessions to fire. Every keepsake from my past, every photo of relatives who had passed away (including my parents), every toy my young children had ever owned, everything that could ever remind me of my past.All due to what was found by the London Fire brigade to be numerous missing and faulty parts of the fire safety systems.To this day Berkeley are fighting tooth and nail to not accept liability for what the London fire brigade and an independent report conducted shortly after, have both said was their fault.We live with the wreckage that their shoddy workmanship created. Think hard about whether you’d like to risk doing the same.

Maria · 4 October 2021

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I was a resident of Richmond House

I was a resident of Richmond House, Worcester Park, that burned down in 2019. The fire that started in one end of this Berkeley group built block of flats spread to the other end in about 15 minutes. An independent report confirmed that a lack of cavity barriers was the main reason for such a rapid spread of the fire. However, after more than 2 years of discussions, Berkeley group lawyers deny any responsibility on the part of their client. Such audacity to deny any responsibility. So be careful with this builder.

Thrishantha · 2 October 2021

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DO NOT BUY FROM BERKELEY

DO NOT BUY from Berkeley homes, me and my family had to stand at 1:30 in the morning watching our first family home and everything we ever owned burn to the ground, we lost our twin daughters first clothes, first pictures, keep sakes, memories, sentimental items that will never be replaced, all because Berkeley built our block of flats with no fire stop and no cavity barriers to stop the fire spreading, Berkeley do not care about their customers they build quick and in masses and sell for a maximum profit and as soon as anything bad happens they deny any liability and leave you in the mud, there is clear evidence that our property was not built correctly and that Berkeley are at fault but yet 2 years on we are stuck homeless and Berkeley continue to deny they are in the wrong, we are not the first case from Berkeley being incompetent to build correctly and we certainly will not be the last, please do not put your families through the trauma we have been and continue to go through

Jack · 1 October 2021

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High quality residences.

High quality construction; different size blocks are very attractive; site beautifully laid out (trees, gardens, lawns, open spaces, main entrance); provision of all kitchen appliances most welcome; basement parking served by lifts is excellent. Visitor parking, unfortunately, is substandard (lacks flexibility, sensitivity, realism).

R · 11 September 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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I have bought a number of properties…

I have bought a number of properties during my life and I can unreservedly say that our journey so far with Berkeley Homes has been enjoyable. The quality of our home is “top drawer” and the customer service is exceptional. We were guided and kept informed every step of the way, it would be unfair to single out an individual as all delivered service in a professional yet personable demeanour. A commendable recruitment and training program is evident.

Keith · 23 December 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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I had an issue with my shower only…

I had an issue with my shower only giving extremely hot water and no cold. I notified the concierge and was contacted promptly by KyrieshaHiscocks. She immediately apologized for the problem and sent a very competent Plummer (Loris) to fix it. What can I say-JOB DONE! I was very impressed with the efficiency, courtesy and professionalism of this response. Exceeded expectations!!

YA · 11 September 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Not willing to help at all

I’ve been in contact several times to obtain some documents. I’ve been told “no you should call this number instead”, and given a new number. I’ve called three different numbers, and ended up on the first again. I’ve then been given three different email addresses where I’ve been told I would receive help, but I just get an auto reply back, with the standard “we’ll get back at you as soon as possible” line. I’ve even called several times and been promised that someone would call me back, but no one ever does! Even reached out on Twitter, but after establishing contact and explained what my issue was, it went complete silent! It has been several months, and a lot is at stake, but still nothing! I’ve never in my entire life experienced such bad/lack of customer service.

Iron · 12 August 2021

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Very good service.Staffs are all…

Very good service.Staffs are all friendly and professional. Many Thanks to EKo Han and Bogdan.

Fish · 1 September 2025

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I was asleep in bed in the flat I…

I was asleep in bed in the flat I bought from Berkeley when the fire started. 20minutes later it was gone and I was outside in my dressing gown with my 4 and 6 year old in their pyjamas.The fire brigade's report said it was due to missing fire stops. Berkeley still have not admitted liability.Do not buy anything from these cowboys. Not unless you want to risk losing everything or be stuck with a flat you can't sell.

Maricarmen · 1 October 2021

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They heave built up houses where the…

They heave built up houses where the electrical instalments are ubsatisfactory and not possible to sell or rent

Attila · 29 July 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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The Berkeley Group.

The Berkeley Group have been great throughout the process of buying our new house.The sales team of Adam and Harry are a real credit to company, they have been superb.The house that we bought has lots of quality fittings that you wouldn’t find elsewhere.If I could find fault, it would be having to pay an extortionate amount to have the patio extended whilst they were already laying the standard one.And not installing a washing machine and tumble dryer in the price.But aside from these two gripes, they have been great.

Wayne · 14 July 2021

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AVOID AT ALL COSTS

I live in a 15 year old leasehold flat in a Berkeley Homes "flagship development". Build quality is ok on the inside but Berkeley Homes decided to cut costs on the exterior walls, using a cheap expanded polystyrene foam external wall system which is a major fire risk. They have offered no help what so ever to fix their defect and left us to pick up the pieces and pay the bill. This was not "Designed for Life" as their slogan might suggest. Still... I guess i'm one of the "luckier" ones, take a look at Richmond House or Chelsea Bridge Wharf developments before you buy. In summary, worst decision of my life AVOID AT ALL COSTS

Hummelcuss · 27 March 2021

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To all OVERSEAS, UK INVESTORS, FIRST TIME BUYERS

To all OVERSEAS AND UK INVESTORS , FIRST TIME BUYERS, HELP TO BUY BUYERS, ALL BUYERSDO NOT BUY FROM BERKELEY HOMES AS THE BUILD QUALITY IS NOT ONLY POOR BUT THEY WILL NEVER HELP YOU IF YOU HAVE ISSUES THAT MAY BE ARISING DUE TO THEM USING THE WRONG AND CHEAP CONTRACTORS TO DO THE PLUMBING PIPES FOR HEATING, HOT WATER ETC AND ON TOP OF THAT YOU WILL HAVE SHOCKING SERVICE CHARGES AND WORSE MANAGEMENT COMPANY APPOINTED BY BERKELEY HOMES THEMSELVES. THEY ARE NOT WORTH THE PREMIUM PRICES THEY SELL THEIR DEVELOPMENTS.CHECK A MAJOR INTERVIEW GIVEN ON AN OVERSEAS NETWORK FROM RESIDENTS OF THIS BERKELEY HOMES PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT. THEY ARE BEING FEATURED IN EVERY OVERSEAS NETWORK AND EVERYONE THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU BUY FROM THEM.

Imperial · 20 March 2021

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The most dreadful developers on this…

The most dreadful developers on this planet with absolutely zero consideration for existing neighbours while they destroy their health and damage their homes while putting up their fish bowl glass apartments!Do not buy one of their homes unless the entire construction site is complete as living adjacent is a real nightmare and has continued for 5 years or more! Absolutely no consideration for local residents..Too many lies and distortion ....it is all about the cash!!!

Jonathan · 8 February 2022

★★★★★ 4/5

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Recently purchased a Berkley apartment…

Recently purchased a Berkley apartment and my wife and I are very pleased with our new home. The specification is of a high standard and the apartment is located in an excellent position by the River Thames. The Berkeley purchase process is not the easiest to negotiate and with moving house being a very stressful time, it could have gone either way, but all eventually ended well. Thanks go out to the local Berkeley customer relations team that help us through.

Ronald · 4 March 2021

★★★★★ 4/5

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Purchaser From Singapore - South Quay Plaza

I purchased a property at South Quay Plaza legally completed in late 2021. I must commend that the customer service team led by Rob Marcia, fronted by Shaan Raghavan have been exemplary. As a foreign investor from a commonwealth country like Singapore, it will be helpful if more road maps are illustrated & communicated thoroughly to the purchasers to prepare them for the tedious legal process towards the last 5-8 months before legal completion are being served on the purchasers. Otherwise, it would have been hair pulling for any relatively inexperience investor to undergo.

Nan · 3 March 2021

★★★★★ 2/5

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Sales people who tell you anything

The house and grounds are actually really nice. Sadly, the parking isn’t. When I moved in, I noticed lots of cars parked on the road, which looks awful and is a pet hate of mine. I was told not to worry as these were 48 hour visitor spaces. Move in. Cars still there. I call to complain and basically, they can’t enforce the rule. I told them that it was basically misleading customers and not being honest. Weeks later, nobody has come back to me. I don’t mind, but I hate being lied to. Make sure you find out the facts before purchasing. Sales people just tell you anything.

Alex · 17 February 2021

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AVOID

Once they have your money they don’t care. Forget about snagging they will cut corners and just keep delaying work (only have 1 handyman who covers the whole area). Been nearly 3 years and they are still delaying things being rectified. Disgusting.

Amy · 16 August 2024

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Awful Design/Layout.. Not built with human life in mind

I'm lucky enough to rent a flat built by Berkley Homes. Whoever designed it thought it was a good idea to position the bedroom in the car park with a full length window and put a public bench directly in front of it. I can't open my windows as there is constantly someone smoking on the bench. I could go on all day about the long list of faults with the whole block. The whole thing is an appalling design and badly built. It's absolutely freezing too.

Jessica · 28 January 2021

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Nature destroyers

Nature destroyers. On the 5th of January 2021 Berkeley Homes felled the much loved England's Tree of the Year 2020, the Happy Man Tree in Hackney, even though this majestic 150 year old plane tree was on the pavement and could have been incorporated in the design of a new development.Despite a petition signed by over 27.000 people, Berkeley Homes chose to ignore the deep feelings of local people, and in the middle of a climate emergency showed no consideration for what was a unique and irreplaceable natural treasure in Hackney, that could have been saved for future generations.

Alejandra · 6 January 2021

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Absolutely delighted with our new home…

Absolutely delighted with our new home in Chiswick, West London. The quality of service and quality of finish were/is first class! Thank you Berkeley Group and the team!

DH · 4 October 2021

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Berkeley are not as good as you think

I live in a Berkeley homes development in woodhurst park. I moved in just a few months ago to a brand new flat and have had numerous issues with the build structure. We currently have no hot water or heating due to whoever did the pipe structure connecting to the boiler. A blocked pipe was fitted not allowing gas flow sufficiently. Plus the tiles in my kitchen and bathroom cracked within a week. Very disappointed with the workmanship from Berkely. 43 Ferard Corner Warfield Bracknell

Michael · 20 November 2020