Anchor Reviews 

1,800
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 613 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Reviewers are consistently thrilled with the remarkably helpful and kind staff who go above and beyond to make the moving process entirely smooth, welcoming, and stress-free. Consumers frequently mention that they truly appreciate the wonderfully quiet, convenient locations, beautiful gardens, as well as the attractive, well-maintained facilities provided. Though some reviewers were not happy with the maintenance services, noting frustratingly slow repair times and persistent issues with external contractors. A few customers also pointed out that residential properties occasionally required unexpected deep cleaning, minor repairs, or additional personal decoration costs upon arrival.

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Staff

Customers had positive experiences with staff, highlighting their supportive and professional approach during... See more

Service

Consumers find service to be ambiguous, with highly mixed experiences reported across the community. While... See more

Location

Clients share positive opinions on location, highlighting that they could not ask for more and that the areas... See more

Facilities

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with facilities. While some reviewers praise the clean,... See more

Customer service

Reviewers share mixed feedback about customer service, reflecting a wide range of experiences. While some... 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

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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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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Company details

  1. Retirement Home
  2. Housing Association
  3. Non-Profit Organization
  4. Retirement Community
  5. Retirement Scheme Provider
  6. 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

Excellent, I’m very happy

It's a very beautiful place and I'm very happy to live there. Everything is excellent especially the staff and manager

May 17, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Hi Selma, thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re really pleased to hear how happy you are living there and that you’ve had such a positive experience with the staff and manager. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I enjoy living in anchor property

I enjoy living in anchor property . They care for the repairing of the housing and well being of the person living in it . I have lived in anchor property for fifteen years before and I was very happy living there for those years .

May 16, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Hi Felicity, thank you for your lovely review. We’re really pleased to hear how much you enjoy living in an Anchor property and that you feel supported with repairs and your wellbeing. It’s great to know you’ve had such a positive experience with us over the years. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The manager was so welcoming and made…

The manager was so welcoming and made the move a lot easier

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Hi Mrs Harding, thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re really pleased to hear the manager made you feel so welcome and helped make your move easier. We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was made welcome from the very start

I was made welcome from the very start, by everyone

May 1, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Hi Mr Nawrocki, thank you for your kind feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you felt welcome from the very start. We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant thanks

Brilliant thanks

May 13, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Hi Steve, thank you for your feedback — we’re glad you’re happy. We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Place of peace

The staff is very helpful and kindly.
Good service.
A very quiet place and the residents are very friendly.

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Nathma
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you’ve found the staff helpful, the service good, and that you’re enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and friendly community.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Olivia is a fabulous manager

Olivia is a fabulous manager - welcoming, approachable and empathic.

The whole process of moving in was fully explained and easy to do

April 1, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Gabby,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear how welcoming, approachable and empathic Olivia has been, and that she made the move‑in process clear and easy for you.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a very positive experience withLisa…

Had a very positive experience withLisa our location manager she made our transition from Windsor very easy.
Nothing was too much trouble for her
She was always pleasant and smiley and made us feel very comfortable.

April 2, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Jeanette,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Lisa, your Location Manager, made your move from Windsor so smooth and stress‑free. It’s great to know her friendly, positive approach helped you feel comfortable and supported throughout.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They have literally saved me and my…

They have literally saved me and my mother’s life. Losing one’s independence is a very traumatic thing but the Anchor organisation helped me to source the right accommodation that enabled her to move with dignity. The process with these thing aren’t always straightforward but that is to be expected. Anchor is a quality service that I would recommend. We need more like them, they need to expand even more.

May 11, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Sonji,
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review. We’re truly glad that Anchor was able to support you and your mother at such a difficult time, and help her move with dignity into the right accommodation. Losing independence can be incredibly hard, and it means a great deal to know our team made a positive difference through what isn’t always a straightforward process.
Your recommendation and kind words about our service are sincerely appreciated. We wish you and your mother continued happiness in her home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Dear Mr Siutyk,
Thank you for your kind words. We’re really pleased to hear you think Anchor is a great organisation and that our staff have been so lovely.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have my ideal home

I have been waiting about 3 years for a property and had almost given up hope. Then just before Easter I had a call from them to say they had 2 properties vacant. 1 saw them both but fell in love with the first one. I am nearly in completely and the flat is lovely. I'm so lucky I chose Anchor Housing I would highly recommend them. The wait was well worth it. Wayne the Manager was a joy to meet and a lovely lovely Man.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Marion,
Thank you for sharing such a lovely review. We’re so pleased that after such a long wait you found a home you truly love, and that choosing Anchor has been worthwhile for you. It’s great to hear the flat has met your expectations and that Wayne made such a positive impression during your move.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing group of people

Amazing group of people. Whole process of signing up was so straightforward and easy, within a week of being offered the place, I’d signed the agreement and collected keys. Moved in to the flat just a few days later. Everything was explained clearly and I was made to feel welcome straight away by the site manager, Teresa, as well as by a few other residents. Only been there a short time, but absolutely love the place

April 8, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Patrick,
Thank you for such a lovely review. We’re delighted to hear how smooth and straightforward the whole process was, and that you felt so welcome from the start. It’s great to know Teresa and the community helped you settle in so quickly, and that you’re already loving your new home.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can't believe my luck

I couldn't believe my luck on finding such a lovely flat.
The location is quiet but close to facilities and the flat layout is well thought out with plenty of storage space.

The location manager, Vicky, is very welcoming and helpful and made the process of moving to Anchor very easy and the Welcome booklet provided very useful information.

The residents are very friendly and I look forward to many happy years in my new home.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Jules,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear how much you’re enjoying your new flat, from the quiet location and thoughtful layout to the friendly community. It’s great to know Vicky made you feel so welcome and that the Welcome booklet was helpful too.
We wish you many happy years in your new home!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to move into

Easy to move into. Great sense of community. Very helpful manager. We’ve been here 3 weeks and already feels like home.
Just a few issues with things not working but it is being taken care of.

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Tom,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear how easy the move‑in was, that you’re enjoying the strong sense of community, and that the manager has been so helpful. It’s lovely to know it already feels like home after just a few weeks.
We appreciate you mentioning the small issues too, and we’re glad these are being taken care of. We wish you continued happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New home with Anchor

The process was easy and didn't take long to get a place the manager helped me so much it were i want to live

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Ian,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re really pleased to hear the process was quick and straightforward, and that the manager was so supportive in helping you find a place where you wanted to live.
We wish you lots of happiness in your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sorting out the tenancy and getting…

Sorting out the tenancy and getting moved in was smooth and painless.
The only down side is the length of time getting repairs sorted

April 1, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Ross,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that sorting out the tenancy and moving in was smooth and painless. We’re sorry to hear that repairs have taken longer than expected, and we appreciate you sharing this so we’re aware of the experience.
We hope you continue to settle in and enjoy your home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mum has settled in really well and is…

Mum has settled in really well and is enjoying her new flat

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Jeanette,
Thank you for sharing this lovely update. We’re really pleased to hear that your mum has settled in so well and is enjoying her new flat.
We wish her continued happiness in her home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this flat and staff are so polite…

Love this flat and staff are so polite and residents are nice polite

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Anchor

Dear Ms Hall,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you love your flat and that both the staff and residents have been so polite and friendly.
We wish you continued happiness in your home!

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