Anchor Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 620 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff and managers for their exceptional helpfulness, professionalism, and kindness, making transitions smooth and welcoming. Many appreciate the dedicated support and clear communication in resolving issues, alongside the excellent locations described as quiet, well-maintained, and conveniently close to essential facilities. However, some customers noted significant issues with maintenance, including slow repairs and problems with essential facilities like showers or laundry equipment. A few people also experienced properties not being in good condition upon moving in, or found design features like small flats with limited storage inadequate. Additionally, some reviewers reported unprofessional customer service from head office or certain managers, citing instances of feeling unheard or experiencing difficult interactions.

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Staff

Customers had positive experiences with staff, frequently praising their helpfulness, professionalism, and... See more

Service

People report ambiguous experiences with service, with many praising the dedication and helpfulness of staff,... See more

Location

Users describe positive interactions with location, with many reviewers expressing satisfaction with their... See more

Facilities

Clients share ambiguous opinions on facilities, with some reviewers praising the immaculate communal areas,... See more

Customer service

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with customer service, with many praising the politeness,... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The Runnymede Court site is an Anchor site for retirees over 55. It has had poor management for a number if years but has recently got a new site manager in, Lee has really got stuck into the problems... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Runnymede Court, 26th July 2026 From the very first day of meeting the manager I felt very comfortable and welcome which is the reason I felt at ease in getting all the information of Runnymede C... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had been watching & waiting for these flats to be built since 2023 & couldn’t believe how lucky I was to be offered one. The offer came at a bad time in my personal & family life, but Penny & Jen... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently moved in and couldn’t be happier. The process was smooth, welcoming, and well organised from the start. We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Luca, our housing manager, who went a... See more

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Company details

  1. #2 of 2 best companies in Retirement home
  2. #7 of 9 best companies in Housing association
  3. #10 of 13 best companies in Non-profit organisation
  4. #4 of 4 best companies in Retirement village
  5. #11 of 15 best companies in Retirement Scheme
  6. #21 of 22 best companies in Aged Care

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We're England's largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for over 55s. Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, we offer an impressive choice of housing for sale and rent, shared ownership properties, care homes and services at almost 1,700 locations across England.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good from head office and the manager…

Good from head office and the manager Shirley has been wonderful. I am very happy living In Warde Chase thank you so much Susan Steele

8 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Susan,
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you’ve had a positive experience with both head office and Shirley, and that you’re happy living at Warde Chase.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good

Very good. Also very helpful. Nice people

3 July 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Terence,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re really pleased to hear you’ve found the team very helpful and friendly, and that you’ve had a positive experience.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed at the Winchester Hanover…

We stayed at the Winchester Hanover guest room which was managed by Femi.
He was extremely helpful from start to finish and a very kind gentleman. The room was beautifully kept and the grounds and apartments were superb. thank you for being a great host.

11 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Colette,

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Winchester Hanover guest room and that Femi made such a positive impression with his helpful and kind approach. It’s great to know you found the room and surroundings so well kept.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Yes very good

Yes very good

10 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Paul,

Thank you for your positive feedback! We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth signing up and moving in.

The sogn up process was smooth and staff were helpful and professional.

25 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Len,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear the sign-up process was smooth and that our team were helpful and professional throughout.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

BARBARA WAS AMAZING AND VERY HELPFULL

Barbra was Amazing and so helpfull.

22 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Mark,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear Barbara was so helpful and made such a positive impression.
We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy and straightforward…

It was very easy and straightforward all questions were answered and the move was so easy

22 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Patrick,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear everything was easy and straightforward, and that all your questions were answered to make your move smooth.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My move

A quick talk withe manager all sorted very quickly people here very friendly apartment spotless a very good experience

12 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Glenys,

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear everything was sorted quickly with the manager, and that you’ve found the team friendly and your apartment spotless. It’s great to know you’ve had such a positive experience.
We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff very helpful and friendly

Staff very helpful and friendly, cozy atmosphere,very homey.

19 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Guldal,

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you’ve found the team helpful and friendly, and that the atmosphere feels cosy and homely.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very nice people and the flat is great 👍

Very nice people and the flat is great 👍

15 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Mr R Wosket,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re really pleased to hear you’ve found both the team and your flat to be great.

We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A warm welcome and a first class tour…

A warm welcome and a first class tour by Mel, nice flat and good sign up for the tenancy agreement.

25 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear John,
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had a warm welcome and that Mel made your tour and sign-up experience smooth and positive. It’s great to know you’re happy with your new flat.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Anchor

Dear G Cain,
Sorry you have had to put a complaint in, hopefully our Customer Relations team will be abe to respond to any concerns you may have.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The whole building is very well kept…

The whole building is very well kept and the warden is lovely and very helpful. Such a friendly welcoming place. I used to work there as a carer for a lady there and I've always wanted to live there. Many thanks.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Lynne,
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that you’ve found the team friendly and helpful. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff are friendly and helpful and I…

Staff are friendly and helpful and I like my apartment great location near town centre in st Ives with well maintained gardens i am very happy here

2 July 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear John,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so pleased to hear that the staff have been friendly and helpful and you are happy with the location. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good homes to live in and a very good…

Good homes to live in and a very good support services available to residents if needed we are very happy with all they have done for us so far keep up the good work.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Adrian,
Thank you for your lovely feedback – we’re so pleased to hear you’re happy in your home and that our support services have been there when needed. It’s great to know you feel well supported.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was quick and simple

Everything was quick and simple, and very friendly staff made it enjoyable.

23 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Mr Robinson,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so pleased to hear that the staff have been helpful and supportive. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marina Court & Anchor.

Anchor have been extremley helpful in housing me in Tewkesbury. It has been a stressful time but made so much easier from the staff. The location is near to rown on bus routes. I am very happy.

29 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Mark,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear that our team has been able to support you during what’s been a stressful time and make the process easier. It’s also great to know you’re enjoying the convenient location and transport links in Tewkesbury.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely flat I have nice people at a…

Lovely flat I have nice people at a fair rent

28 June 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Alan
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying your lovely flat and the friendly community.
We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good evening

Really good evening, staff were friendly and helpful, food was spot on and spoilt with lovely views, thankyou

27 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Chris
Thank you for your 5 star review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Leigh and Nicki were so very helpfull…

Leigh and Nicki were so very helpfull in finding this
apartment and helped with the form filling for the council

8 May 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Julian
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear that Leigh and Nicki were so helpful in finding your apartment and supporting you with the council forms—it’s great to know they made the process easier for you.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

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