A guide to living in Canary Wharf
Average location score
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Excellent
72%
Very Good
22%
Average
5%
Disappointing
1%
Very poor
1%
Best places to live in Canary Wharf
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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Sailmakers, E14
By Greystar
Award winner 2024
4.73
(254 reviews)
£2,595-£4,150 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 27 in Canary Wharf
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
By Notting Hill Genesis
3.54
(27 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 27 in Canary Wharf
30 Harbord Square, E14
By Canary Wharf Group
4.67
(39 reviews)
From £1,560 pcm
Studios
Ranked 3rd out of 27 in Canary Wharf
Baltimore Wharf, E14
By Ballymore Group, Galliard Homes
4.61
(11 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 27 in Canary Wharf
10 George Street, E14
By Vertus
4.52
(75 reviews)
£2,300-£4,760 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 5th out of 27 in Canary Wharf
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Latest Reviews in Canary Wharf
1133 total reviews
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Amanda (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Sailmakers, E14
Jun 2025
Great place to live!
Amanda (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Sailmakers, E14
Jun 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is lovely with excellent local shops, cafes, and green spaces. Transport is reliable and easy to access. The street feels safe and friendly, parking is usually fine, and bin collections are consistent. Overall, a great place to live.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Nico and Kam are excellent staff members who always go above and beyond to help. They are warm, patient, and create a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel truly at home. They solve any issues quickly and efficiently, which gives you great peace of mind. Their positive attitude and professionalism bring an excellent vibe to the entire community.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known how friendly and supportive the community is here.
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Dear Amanda, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're absolutely delighted to hear that you’ve enjoyed living in the development and are making the most of the gym, yoga room, and other amenities. It’s wonderful to know that the area, with its local shops, green spaces, and reliable transport, has added to your positive experience. We’re especially glad you’ve felt safe, supported, and part of a friendly community — something we take great pride in fostering. Your feedback about Nico and Kam means a lot. They are truly valued members of our team, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. Knowing that their dedication has made such a meaningful impact makes all the difference. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience - we’re so pleased to have you as part of the community.
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Michael, Community Manager
Jul 2025
Babla (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
The good and bad
Babla (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It is a lovely area but sometimes it doesnt feel safe due to always sirens going off or i have experienced police chase in the area multiplw times.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Not much loojing at the area tell you everything you need to know.
What is the best feature of your home:
Best feature us the view and the privacy aspect of the whole complex
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CJ (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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CJ (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is very lively both during the day and at night due to the location. Lots of bars,restaurants and places to entertain yourself. The parking situation is terrible as there is NONE whatsoever but thousands of cars day in and day out. Bin collection works well and promptly done on the designated days. Unfortunately there is some anti social behaviour which can leave a bad taste in your mouth about the area but the housing officers do try their best to help when they can but can't be held accountable for other people's actions.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That the parking situation is not Subject to change for the better
What is the best feature of your home:
I am very happy that my home is on one of the lower floors rather than too high up and also that the double glazing keeps heat in and cold out.
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MS (Owner)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
All in all a good place to live !
MS (Owner)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is well connected to various transport links. Given the volume of flats I would expect more police presence, but all in all the neighbourhood feels very safe. Parking is limited, so visitors sometimes struggle to find street parking.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That standing charges for district heating were really high, and one cannot switch.
What is the best feature of your home:
Location and the community . I also love the fact that flats have a level of sound proofing meaning the street noise isn’t as bad
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Pip S (Shared Owner)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Great flat, awful property management.
Pip S (Shared Owner)
Verified Resident
Harbour Central, E14 9ZF
Jun 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Lots of restaurants, bars and shops in the area, with more opening up each year and usually represent decent value for money. A bit limited with the amount of open spaces and parks. Some parts of IoD look much rougher and feel unsafe due to growing anti-social behaviour, with police unable or unwilling to crack down on this.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How bad NHG are as property managers. They told me service charges should not rise much each year as we don't have many facilities / amenities and yet they've risen over 100% in the few years I've been living here!
What is the best feature of your home:
My balcony has unrivalled views and feels quite big compared to other balconies in two-bed flats.
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