Crest Nicholson Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 897 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the staff for their warm welcome, professionalism, and extensive knowledge, making the buying process clear and reassuring. Many appreciate the excellent customer service, noting that staff are patient, helpful, and go above and beyond to answer questions and address concerns. The build quality of the properties is also often praised, with many finding the homes well-finished and built to a high standard. However, some people were dissatisfied with the service, experiencing issues with unhelpful staff, slow responses, and a lack of communication regarding appointments and property details. There were also concerns about the quality of some properties, with reports of unresolved issues like drainage problems, crack bricks, and structural noises, leading to a frustrating after-sales experience. Additionally, some reviewers noted discrepancies in location descriptions and dissatisfaction with the management of communal areas.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We received a warn and friendly welcome from Sally. We were impressed with Crest Nicholson at Alton The design layout was excellent, the quality of fixtures and fitting were of high standard. We w... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Showed what can be done in a small space. Smart, clean with all amenities. Location not exactly West Quay as stated on website as it is the other side of the toll bridge. Parking not secure. Unsure... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ellie & Kerry were very professional in all aspects of explaining Crests format. However the temps were not up to standard & dont do you any favours in trying to sell or satisfy our needs.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Neutral Been shown to the actual site and look at a build property. The team at sale office been informative about price and future upcoming plots. Crest Nicholson is really popular in Bristol sit... See more

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  1. Housing Development
  2. Home Builder

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Crest Nicholson has been building new homes for over 60 years and is firmly established as a leading developer with a passion for not just building homes, but creating vibrant sustainable communities.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are in the process of purchasing our…

We are in the process of purchasing our new home with Crest Nicholson at Dalton Gardens Huddersfield, and everyone we have met so far from the Sales office Kate and Ruth to the foreman and builders have been so kind and accommodating, taking us step by step and helping us with any queries or problems and we couldn’t ask for any more of them and we just can’t wait to be able to settle in and enjoy our new journey that they have helped us with.
Thank you so much to a fabulous Team xxx

13 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning Lynn, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with the team at Dalton Gardens. Thank you for choosing Crest Nicholson for your next move.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent staff

My French patio door lock broke, and I informed the customer relation manager, Lisa Britton, at Crest Nicholson in the morning. She responded immediately and arranged for the technician, Andy, to come and repair it.
Andy’s attitude and workmanship were excellent. He fixed the door promptly, which relieved my concerns about home security, and I am very grateful for his help. Not only did he solve the problem immediately, but he also recommended that the company responsible for maintaining the garden doors carry out a further inspection and replace the necessary parts.
Within less than two days, Lisa had already arranged for that company’s staff to visit and complete the inspection and replacement work. The whole issue was handled quickly, efficiently, and professionally.
I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the staff at Crest Nicholson. Lisa and Andy are among the most efficient, professional, and outstanding employees I have ever encountered.

13 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with Lisa and Andy - they will be delighted to hear you comments.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Customer Service at Aspen Grange 5*

We first started looking at Aspen Grange in Mid Janurary after another property we were looking at fell through. We were unsure at first but after Jo, Lucy and Sophie (who was covering) answered alot of our questions about things we could do after we move in (add a kitchen island etc) we decide to take the leap of faith.

We done a part exchange on our old house, which our estate agents were a bit pedantic over the Ts & Cs which Lucy Jo and Sam all resolved directly to avoid the stress on us.

At the point of reservation, our house was built and electrics fitted. We requested a few changes which although it had moved passed this stage of build, Jo and Lucy really went the extra mile to get what we really wanted (certain flooring) and pushed for additional extras (black electrical sockets, changing the shower, rear back garden light and boiling hot tap) they really have accommodated us as much as they were able too. They were so lovely throughout our whole experience and we felt in such safe hands.

I must also mention Rich and Teddy (site team) as they have gone above and beyond to make sure were happy with everything and been very accommodating, which we really appreciate.

The whole of the team has been extremely helpful, kind and welcoming. I cannot fault their Customer Service skills. They truly deserve a lot of recognition for what they have all done on behalf of Crest. We successfully moved in on 30th April without any delays, issues or hiccups.

The only bit of small constructive criticism is that anything you want to do after you move in pretty much voids warranty which we didn't find out until much later when we met Charlotte (customer relations manager)... when we were explaining what we were going to do post completion...

Changing a light - voids electrics
Relocating a radiator - voids plumbing
Getting a water softner - voids your boiler... and so on...
But equally if you ask Crest to not install the radiator or relocate it, they wont... so catch 22 either way.. Which does get quite frustrating when you just want to make your house a home...

However like I say I have given 5 * because of the overall exceptional customer service we've received and how smoothly the team at Aspen Grange have made the move.

Well done guys! Thank you from the house with black sockets haha....

30 April 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Sophie and Sam, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with the team at Aspen Grange. Thank you for choosing Crest Nicholson and we wish you many happy years in your new home - with the black sockets!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff have been lovely now onto…

The staff have been lovely now onto next level

5 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Lorraine, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hidden costs and time line

Staff, her knowledge and her willingness to let us walk around the house on our own.

4 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Amanda, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Location not as expected

Showed what can be done in a small space. Smart, clean with all amenities. Location not exactly West Quay as stated on website as it is the other side of the toll bridge. Parking not secure. Unsure regarding leasehold terms. Otherwise ideal for first time buyer who does not want a garden to maintain. Views not quite as pictured on website.

10 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Helen, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback is important to us, we have shared your comments with our team so that we can further enhance our service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We received a friendly welcome

We received a friendly welcome . And we really appreciate Megsfor the professional way of explaining the areas of the house.

2 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning Mrs Paul, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with Megs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very beautiful development

Very beautiful development. We felt welcomed and we really love the property. It’s very beautiful ❤️.
The sales executive was very helpful, professional and nice.

9 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning Mrs Oshunrinde, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Aspen Grange

Buying a new home and moving is stressful at the best of times, but Joanne and Lucy at Aspen Grange genuinely made the whole process so much easier. They were always friendly, approachable and happy to help, no matter how many questions we had. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and they were brilliant at keeping things moving, including chasing solicitors and mortgage brokers for us when needed.A big thank you as well to everyone at Crest Nicholson who has helped since we moved in — such a professional, helpful and friendly team from start to finish.We’d also like to say a special thank you to Charlotte for the continued support since moving in. The help and support have been greatly appreciated and have made settling into our new home even easier.

Daren & Jo

9 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning Darren and Jo, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with the team at Aspen Grange. Thank you for choosing Crest Nicholson and we wish you many happy years in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service & standards

The sales team and site building team have gone above and beyond for my home buying experience.

Any issues we have had since moving in has been resolved quickly and with the friendliest service.

Lucy, Joanne, Jack, Sam were all fantastic and I would 100% Aspen Grange to live on as it is a beautiful estate.

27 February 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning Gemma, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with the team at Aspen Grange. Thank you for choosing Crest Nicholson and we wish you many happy years in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mandy was extremely professional &…

Mandy was extremely professional & charming
answered all my questions.

30 April 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good morning, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with Mandy.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Word of caution

7 years ago we bought a Crest Nicholson property in TGV, Swindon, with the promise that the Estate would be finished & handed over within 5 years. 7 years later, it's far from finished or handed over. Excuse after excuse after excuse which all seem to just be delay tactics. Tactics to delay handover because it's more lucrative to Crest than to complete & handover to residents. 7 years down the line & roads remain untarred. Pavements are untarred. Verges are unfinished, uncut, unmaintained. We pay steep monthly fees to have the public areas maintained & yet verges are in a state ~ chocked with weeds & long grass. Maintenance & construction is still ongoing & evident in several places, with barrier boards littered along roads & public walkways. It's a disgrace & based on our experience, I'd caution anyone against purchasing a new build developed by CN.

7 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would like to say that the sales…

I would like to say that the sales representative was very lovely and friendly and also professional. Sadly the house was lacking in some areas of the design compared to others we have seen.

4 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Seren, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great staff

Great staff. Really reassured me

26 April 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent staff

Excellent staff, lovely vibe.

4 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New build

Met with a very pleasant young man Sam .
Very knowledgeable and offered to ask any questions to main office

3 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Jennifer, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with Sam.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was an excellent experience

This was an excellent experience. Elyse at Ludlow was extremely knowledgable and was very helpful

3 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Colette, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience with Elyse at Ludlow Green.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t be fooled by the sales reviews

Don’t be fooled by all of these positive reviews about the sales process. Once you’re through that and moved in, the lack of care is shocking. Tadpole Garden Village is an absolute state and not finished more than 10 years after they started. Disgraceful company that should not be allowed further development!
Lived in our house 9 years and they couldn’t care less about the surrounding development that they promised us in the sales process.
I would never purchase a home from Crest Nicholson again.

3 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Felt very welcome when we walk through…

Felt very welcome when we walk through the door, the staff where very friendly and helpful with the stuff we asked also helped us with new ways to buy a house

2 May 2026
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Reply from Crest Nicholson

Good afternoon Luke, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and are happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience.

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