Raven Housing Trust Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Two guys came around and fixed the clogged sinks in the kitchen and bathroom, very quick and efficient. They got the job done, and there’s no problems now

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had Jack and Brad round to fix my toilet.. They came on a Saturday morning and were done in about 20 minutes or something.. Super quick and seemed like nice guys.. Only thing was is that raven didn't... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Raven ignore most complaints and consistently breach the Ombudsman complaint handling code. Still awaiting a call back from Melissa regarding a serious complaint I've made. They pass the buck and run... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Raven repairs came and replace my bath also had the bath placed and turned the other way for safety . The workmanship and manners were exemplary. Outstanding! Veey pleased with Raven for all the upg... See more

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Raven is a housing association with a clear social purpose - building homes and changing lives in the south east of England


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful

Awful. Please, please do not enter into shared ownership with this company . The rent goes up every year ( of course that’s expected ) but aside from this the additional schemes we have to pay into are ridiculous. A sinkage fund that costs so much the whole estate could physically sink into oblivion and we could probably easily rebuild the whole estate. The latest is they want to charge us £1000’s of pounds to maintain a grass area not much bigger than a manhole cover, consists of 1 small tree and a few weeds. I should add they picked the highest charging contractor which makes me wonder if people are getting a backhander on tenders. Finally my 5 year old house is rancid, ridiculous amount of faults and a bathroom covered in mould. They sent people out which eventually we had to ask to leave as their mould treatments have just left the bathroom ceiling paint peeling off.
So honestly no matter how desperate you might be to get on the property ladder. Do not make this mistake.

December 22, 2022
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Our customer services team would like to speak with you in more detail about your comments. We are unable to identify you on our system with the information we have here, so please could you call us on 0300 123 3399 and say you're calling with regards to your TrustPilot review. Kind regards, Amanda (comms team)

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Raven staff are belittling and…

Raven staff are belittling and condescending. They have no morals and do not know how to treat people. They are liars and rude especially one so called ‘team manager’ who is nothing but a jobsworth. She clearly has no life. Please avoid dealing with these people. If you rent, pay your rent on time and if you can do better, get out!!

August 25, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

Our customer services team would like to speak with you in more detail about your comments. We are unable to identify you on our system with the information we have here, so please could you call us on 0300 123 3399 and say you're calling with regards to your TrustPilot review. Kind regards, Amanda (comms team)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No stars at all

No stars at all. Calling on emergency number no answers. Waiting for 20 min. Such a nice emergency.

September 16, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

Thank you for your feedback. Firstly, I would like to check that your issue is now resolved. If not then please let our contact centre know asap by calling 0300 123 3399 - they are open until 4pm today.

Secondly, we've checked with our out of hours service provider and they've confirmed that early Friday evening they were experiencing higher than expected call volumes which would explain why you had a longer than normal wait time. This can partly be explained because of the exceptional bank holiday weekend, but they have assured us that they are looking into taking preventative measures to ensure this doesn't happen again when an influx of calls is anticipated. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Kind regards

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It took me years to move to raven a

It took me years to move to raven and what a mistake. I have a drug dealing flat above me that makes my live hell and this is in a sheltered building for the over 55yrs. They won't help me or move me. They won't even kick him out. It's been going on for over 5 years so don't move to a raven housing It's hell to get out. I would love anyone who could help me.

September 13, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

Thank you for your feedback. I’ve spoken with the Tenancy Enforcement Team to check the status of this ASB case and understand that they are working closely with you to gather evidence to be presented at the court hearing in mid-October. The case is now controlled by the court, and Raven can only work to timeframes set by the court as we have no influence over when the matters are heard. I also understand that the hearing previously had to be postponed due to the Barrister contacting Covid - not ideal but unfortunately there was nothing that could be done about this. Hopefully at the conclusion of this trial, the court will have reached an outcome that will mean the matter can be resolved. Kind regards

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You guys make me sick

My partner and I was treated so bad I have nothing positive to say about this housing association. We was treated so unfairly and in such a discriminative way I brand this housing association racist, they have discriminative unprofessional tactics and threats to scare you while empowering racist behaviour , im sorry to say but this housing association is run like the mafia. completely avoid this housing association totally shocking. I'm utterly discusted, I wish I could rate you guys in minus numbers, you guys make me sick🤢🤮
Currently going through a complaint case with them so I can't say too much but once it's over I will update EVERYTHING!

August 28, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I found them to be racist

I found them to be racist, discriminative and lyer. They think they are always right, they treat social tenants as third class citizen especially if you are not white. Worst company I have ever come across. I wish I have never moved to their property.

August 1, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

We’re sorry to hear you feel you’ve been treated in this way. I can assure you this isn't how we work or look upon our residents. We tried to contact you via this platform for further information so we could follow this up / discuss but are yet to hear from you. If you would like to discuss this further then please get in touch using one of the ways listed here: https://www.ravenht.org.uk/contact-us/ways-to-contact-us/

If you still feel dissatisfied after further discussion, here's the link to our complaints procedure: https://www.ravenht.org.uk/contact-us/making-a-complaint.

Kind regards, Susy (Comms team)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I meet a raven housing manager who i…

I meet a raven housing manager Christine who i found to be great to talk and so helpfull she showed us round 2 properties but they were to close to where we live now, we wanted to be housed by them and still hope one day soon we can be , i wont write a bad report on Raven housing because ive never encounterd anything bad of this housing company, only good help they have given us shows there are good people in this life we have

April 30, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

Hello, thank you for your positive feedback so far. We hope to be able to carry on this relationship and help you with your future housing needs. Kind regards

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Today I have had the pleasure of…

Today I have had the pleasure of meeting John Hudson.
John has come to paint my ceilings after they were plastered last week. Not only has he done an exceptional job he has been lovely to speak! a real asset to Raven Housing Trust.

April 14, 2022
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Reply from Raven Housing Trust

Hello and thank you for such great feedback. Our trades people take great pride in their work and we're so lucky to have them representing Raven. We've passed this on to John's manager who'll be really pleased to hear such a positive review about a member of his team. Kind regards

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

mental health is now being affected.

Being a private tenant, paying and accepting all charges- I can say the way they work, their 'policies' 'processes' or whatever else is a just a scheme to rob and ruin peoples lives.
One example is that I pay for cleaning charges, yet, the block has never been cleaned since I've moved in since October.

Another thing they have made impossible and totally stressful for me, is to allow me to make some alterations to the home I have purchased-which was approved prior to me moving to the home in writing and confirmed through lawyers. They refused the approval once I moved in, and requested for me to make the request all over again. Fine, I did corporate, and now they have made it an absolute nightmare in allowing me to make it happen with some ridiculous requests - which would not make any difference to anyones life, except mine, yet they have continued to make all this so difficult. I am truly disappointed, saddened, stressed and feel almost to the point of my mental health being affected.

February 17, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wow! the most shocking company

Wow! The most shocking terrible service from a company I have ever experienced!!! This over a period of almost 6 years sadly! only driven by MONEY wicked company. there's noting good about Raven Housing.
all they good at is increasing your rent and service charges every year.

November 17, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

ONE of the worse housing providers i have come across

One of the worse housing providers i have come across, they are more driven by money, than serving there residents in a clear transparent and honest approachable way.
They do things with no consultation with residents, even when this has a direct affect on the area they live in, they don't deal with ASB effectively.
Delays in repairs, they don't follow their own policy or procedures in-house. over all really poor customer service all round.
I wished i never became a resident of Raven. check out the reviews before you think to become a tenant of Raven.

September 21, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful company

Awful company. Not a care for their residents in high rise buildings. Over promised and under delivery, leaving us in death trap flats.

June 24, 2021
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