Host communicated well before and during my stay; flat was by and large basic but fine, I had taken it for the location (Close to family) and spent little time in it, so wasn't too worried that the immediate surroundings are not particularly nice. Groceries etc close by of you need them, decent pubs a bit of a walk away (15-20mins - Warrington Cres/Warwick Ave - also Little Venice area). Paddington Rec Area not too far away if you want a walk in the park. Good bus service to City centre (#6 Oxford St), and tube not too far away.