A guide to living in East London
Average location score
Excellent
56%
Very Good
31%
Average
10%
Disappointing
2%
Very poor
1%
Best places to live in East London
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.
Viewing 1-5 out of 286
Dressage Court, E2
By Essential Living
4.73
(177 reviews)
£2,500-£4,500 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 287 in East London
Sailmakers, E14
By Greystar
4.72
(221 reviews)
£2,595-£4,150 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 287 in East London
Balfron Tower, E14
By Way of Life
4.61
(36 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 287 in East London
Riverstone Heights, E3
By Way of Life
4.48
(65 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 287 in East London
Fizzy Stepney Green, E1
By Greystar, Fizzy Living
4.44
(187 reviews)
£1,730-£2,100 pcm
1, 2 beds
Ranked 5th out of 287 in East London
Page 1 of 58
Featured developments in East London
Latest Reviews in East London
6692 total reviews
Viewing 1-5 out of 6684
Dolly (Owner)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
While the development itself is beautiful, there’s a growing feeling among residents that the management needs to better
Dolly (Owner)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Living at Gallions Point in E16 is fantastic. The modern apartments, scenic Thames views, and excellent transport links make daily life convenient. Nearby amenities like Gallions Reach Shopping Park and green spaces add to the appeal. The area’s ongoing regeneration creates a vibrant community, blending tranquility with easy access to central London.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Parking can be limited and expensive, which might be an issue for those who rely on a car. This is worth considering beforehand.
What is the best feature of your home:
The best aspect of my home at Gallions Point is undoubtedly the breathtaking views. I can watch planes gracefully take off and land at London City Airport, and the glittering skyline of Canary Wharf creates a stunning backdrop, especially at night.
Facilities
Design
Location
Value
Management
Nialla (Owner)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
Good location and new builds but not great mamagement
Nialla (Owner)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
I really like the location right next to the dlr with new shops opening up and how close it is to the Thames path and greenway which are lovely to run and cycle along
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How much the value of new builds drop after first purchase
What is the best feature of your home:
I think the finish is lovely and size is great for a 1 bed in for London.
Facilities
Design
Location
Value
Management
ahmer wziz (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
property management and location
ahmer wziz (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gallions Point, E16
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
the place is near to the dlr station however it is far from central london and shops for the purchases and from the gym. rents are higher compared to the loction
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
look out for the options to the office and nearby shopping places
What is the best feature of your home:
storage is quite big and have a garden in the building
Facilities
Design
Location
Value
Management
Jen (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
Dec 2024
Excellent location and management team
Jen (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The building is well-located and close to three DLR Tube stations, which is very convenient. Besides DLR tubes, buses are also available. There are some parks and restaurants around the building, and supermarkets like Sainsbury’s and Tesco are close to the building (approximately 10-15 mins away by walk)
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The management team is very helpful in solving problems like fixing the air circulating system etc.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I hope we can have some information about the average cost of heating and electricity of the households in this building
Facilities
Design
Location
Value
Management
M B Aydin (Tenant)
Sailmakers, E14
Dec 2024
Sailmakers Review (recent tenant)
M B Aydin (Tenant)
Sailmakers, E14
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The building is very close to Canary Wharf and, thus, its surroundings. Exactly 2 Tescos near the building, less than 5 minutes of walking. Great location.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very fast. One day, I needed the maintenance to come up to my flat and the team was sent within the same day.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing comes up to my mind. So far, I love the building and its facilities.
Facilities
Design
Location
Value
Management
Page 1 of 1337
These reviews are the subjective opinion of a HomeViews user and not of HomeViews
Useful articles
Borough of Barking and Dagenham
Situated on the eastern edge of the city, Barking and Dagenham is one of the most populous boroughs in all of London. With plenty to offer in terms of amenities and attractions, as well as great transport links into central London, Barking and Dagenham is a perfect place to call home. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at what makes Barking and Dagenham so special.
Canary Wharf
Only a few decades ago, Canary Wharf was just a network of long-abandoned industrial docks. Now it’s a buzzing business and residential district, its cloud-skimming buildings full of state-of-the-art new-build apartments, hotel rooms and offices. The location often referred to as Canary Wharf consists of the 97 acre Canary Wharf Estate owned and run by The Canary Wharf Group and the wider Isle of Dogs area on the peninsula. Whilst the estate is Canary Wharf, home to a working population of over 120,000 people, many of the developments on the Isle of Dogs peninsula also market themselves as Canary Wharf and have been included in this guide. Read on to discover the developments that are rated as the best places to live in Canary Wharf and to see reviews from residents who own or rent in Canary Wharf.
Canning Town
Canning Town is in the West Ham area of the London Borough of Newham. It’s situated in the former Royal Docks district on the north side of the River Thames. Another of East London’s regeneration success stories, the area has welcomed huge transformation since 2012. This was when a £3.7 billion investment was announced to give the district a much-needed makeover. A new wave of sky-high towers now characterises the landscape of E16. Many contain residential units that cater for the professionals of nearby Canary Wharf. Discover some of the best places to live in Canning Town as determined by verified residents reviews who own property or rent in Canning Town.
Borough of Hackney
Once upon a time, Hackney was topping lists of Britain’s worst places to live. But the borough has had a colossal transformation in recent years. and now, E8 is one of the capital’s most fashionable postcodes. Read on to discover developments that are the best places to live in Hackney. In addition, read reviews from residents who own or rent in Hackney.
Borough of Newham
If you are looking for a place to call home in London, the Borough of Newham is a great option. It is located in east London and has plenty to offer residents. In this guide, we will take a closer look at what makes Newham an attractive place to live. We will also explore some of the top areas in the borough and provide information on local universities and schools. Read on for more information!
Poplar
Historically rough around the edges, Poplar is finally starting to get the TLC it deserves. As gentrification takes hold, buyers and renters are discovering the charms of this neglected East End district, a Zone 2 spot neighboured by Canary Wharf. Read on to discover developments that are rated the best places to live in Poplar. In addition, read reviews from residents who own or rent in Poplar.
Borough of Redbridge
If you're thinking of buying a home in London, Redbridge is a borough you should consider. With excellent schools, plenty of green space and good transport links, it's perfect for families and commuters alike. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at what Redbridge has to offer prospective home buyers.
Stratford
Pre-2012 London Olympics, Stratford was, for many, just a place where the Jubilee line terminated. But the Games put this East London district well and truly on the map. Modern residential developments (with a plethora of amenities) have been multiplying here ever since. Where are the best places to live in Stratford? Discover where to buy or rent in Stratford in our area guide.
Borough of Tower Hamlets
Diverse, vibrant and with its finger well and truly on the pulse – that’s London’s Tower Hamlets. It’s what we like to call the Selfridges of the capital’s boroughs, in that it truly offers something for everyone. Art lover? Foodie? Or Fitness fanatic? Read on to discover developments that are rated the best places to live in Tower Hamlets. In addition, read reviews from residents who own or rent in Tower Hamlets.