Anchor Reviews 

1,793
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more

To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more

See what reviewers are saying

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Bearing in mind these properties are for older people our property was not in a good state and has cost us a lot of money in decorating, flooring etc. Normal rental properties have to be in a good st... See more

Company replied

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

Company replied

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used to work for the old Hanover housing Association before Covid so when I needed the place to live in in my old age, I looked to Anchor Hanover and found a place in Chippenham where i have now l... See more

Company replied

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Your site manager has been very supportive since I first had contact with Anchor back in January 2026. But the service level from the contractors that provide maintenance for the site has been awfull,... See more

Company replied

Company details

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

Written by the company

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.


Contact info

4.2

Great

TrustScore 4 out of 5

2K reviews

5-star
4-star
3-star
2-star
1-star

Asks customers to review

This company invites their customers to review, whether positive or negative

Replied to 78% of negative reviews

Typically replies within 1 week

How this company uses Trustpilot

See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.

4.2

All reviews

(1,793)

609 reviews in the last 12 months

Write a review
Companies on Trustpilot aren't allowed to offer incentives or pay to hide reviews. Reviews are the opinions of individual users and not of Trustpilot. Read more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The girl who manages the building &…

The girl who manages the building & tenants is amazing. Nothing is to much trouble which makes her very approachable. So far my experience has been perfect. Thank you

June 29, 2026
Anchor logo

Reply from Anchor

Dear Irene,

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you’ve had such a positive experience and found the team friendly and approachable.
We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was facing homelessness and Anchor…

I was facing homelessness and Anchor gave me a home. The staff are warm and friendly and always ready to help me. Can't thank them enough.

July 4, 2026
Anchor logo

Reply from Anchor

Dear Mr P F Malpas,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re so pleased we could support you at such an important time and help you find a home. It’s wonderful to hear that the team have been warm, friendly and there when you’ve needed them.
We wish you lots of happiness in your home!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The onsite staff are so helpful and…

The onsite staff are so helpful and friendly.
Maintenance lagging a bit behind, for example, new door had to be installed but no arrangements made for painting - shame as everything else is just about perfect

June 22, 2026
Anchor logo

Reply from Anchor

Dear Elizabeth,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you’ve found the onsite team helpful and friendly.
We’re sorry to hear maintenance hasn’t quite kept pace, particularly with the painting following your new door installation, and we understand how frustrating that can be. Your comments are really valuable and help highlight where we can improve.
We hope you continue to enjoy your home overall.

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

June 8, 2026
Anchor logo

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

July 3, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 11, 2026
Unprompted review
Anchor logo

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

June 10, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 25, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 22, 2026
Anchor logo

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

June 22, 2026
Anchor logo

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

June 12, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 19, 2026
Anchor logo

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 👍

June 15, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 25, 2026
Anchor logo

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
Anchor logo

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.

July 2, 2026
Anchor logo

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

July 2, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

July 2, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 23, 2026
Anchor logo

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.

June 29, 2026
Unprompted review
Anchor logo

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!

The Trustpilot Experience

Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.

We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.

Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.

Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.

Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.

Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.

Take a closer look