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Best places to live in Borough of Hackney

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Notting Hill Genesis at Woodberry Down, N4

By Notting Hill Genesis

3.36

3.36

(18 reviews)

Set against the backdrop of the Woodberry Wetlands, the redevelopment Woodberry Down involves construction of more than 5,000 new homes over a 20-year programme. Just a 4-minute walk from Manor House Station in Zone 2, it offers excellent transport links and combines city living with natural surroundings. The estate features a mix of housing options and with its convenient location and community focus, it provides an ideal living environment for those seeking a well-connected London lifestyle.
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Ranked 1st out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

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Hoxton Press, N1

By Anthology

4.77

4.77

(23 reviews)

Anthology Hoxton Press is a selection of Studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom homes. It comprises of two landmark buildings, Mono and Duo, as well as a community café and landscaped gardens. Nestled between Shoreditch Park and the Regents Canal, Hoxton Press will celebrate the heritage left by the sites former occupiers, The Mullord Brothers Printing Press. Hoxton Press has excellent links to the rest of London. Angel and Old Street Underground Stations are close by, as well as Cross Rail from Farringdon and Whitechapel. Additionally, there is easy access to Overground services from Hoxton and Essex Road.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

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The Otto, E5

By Londonewcastle

4.72

4.72

(6 reviews)

The Otto is a development by Londonewcastle and the London Borough of Hackney, which features 90 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments alongside a primary school located on the ground and first floors. The development is moments away from the Hackney Downs park and Clapton, Rectory Road and Hackney Downs stations are all within a 12-minute walk away.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

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The Makers, N1

By Londonewcastle

4.6

4.60

(12 reviews)

The Makers is a Londonewcastle and London Borough of Hackney development located in Hoxton. It is comprised of 175 apartments, over 28 floors and these range from studio and one-bedroom apartments to three-bedroom apartments. The development is conveniently situated a 7-minute walk to Old Street station, which is served by the Northern line and national rail services.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

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Vive Living Stonemason's Yard, E9

By Vive Living

4.55

4.55

(6 reviews)

Vive Living's Stonemason's Yard, located in Hackney Wick, E9, is a mixed-use development that features a six-story building with thirty 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and 9,000 sqft of commercial space. The apartments are marketed by Vive Living. This development is notably close to Hackney Wick station, providing convenient transport connections​​. The site for Stonemason's Yard was acquired in 2015, and since then, the 30 rental apartments have been built and are currently let
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Ranked 5th out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

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Tracey (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

5
5
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5

A great place to live

Tracey (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The area is great it’s close to transport links, shops, restaurants and cafes and brilliant parks as well as good schools (primary & secondary).

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management are always very friendly, helpful and get things done quickly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Knowledge of rent increases as my rent has jumped a lot over the last 8 years.


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Louis (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

5
5
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5

Really well maintained flats

Louis (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Loads of interesting spots to eat, drink, socialise. Lovely nearby green space. Sometimes rowdy esp at night

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Promptly and generally really helpfully. Like that it's a regular team/in house guy

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Dalston junction has a night time service at weekends!


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Tom Wilson (Tenant)

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Modern, Well-Managed Living in the Heart of Dalston

Tom Wilson (Tenant)

Dalston Works, E8

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living at Dalston Works has been a great experience overall. The range and quality of local shops, restaurants and bars is excellent — you’re right in the heart of Dalston, so there’s no shortage of places to eat, drink, and shop. From independent coffee shops and bakeries to Turkish restaurants, ramen spots, and vegan cafés, there’s something for every taste. There are also some great pubs and rooftop bars nearby, plus a lively nightlife scene if that's your thing. For groceries, there's a large Sainsbury’s next door and Ridley Road Market for fresh produce. There are plenty of green spaces within walking distance — Hackney Downs, London Fields and Clissold Park are all close by, and ideal for a weekend stroll, picnic or outdoor workout. You can also reach Victoria Park or the canal paths pretty easily on foot or bike. Transport links are very convenient. Dalston Junction and Dalston Kingsland stations are just a few minutes away and get you into central London quickly via the Overground. Buses are frequent, day and night, with routes to Shoreditch, Angel, the City and beyond. The only downside is that the Overground can get very crowded during peak hours, and delays are fairly common. Living in Dalston Works itself is very comfortable. The building is well-maintained, with a secure entrance, helpful concierge team and good amenities. The flats are modern, with high-quality finishes and decent sound insulation. That said, Dalston is a busy area — you do get some street noise, especially on weekends. It’s the trade-off for being in such a vibrant location. Parking isn’t really an option here unless you arrange something off-site — but you don’t really need a car living here. There’s secure cycle storage which is more than enough for most residents. Bin collections are reliable, and communal areas are kept clean. I haven’t had any issues with anti-social behaviour, though you will occasionally get noise from nightlife on Kingsland High Street. The building feels very safe and secure overall.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management at Dalston Works has been consistently responsive and helpful whenever I’ve raised an issue. Whether it’s a maintenance request, a question about services, or a building-related concern, they typically respond quickly and keep you updated until the matter is resolved. Minor issues (like lighting or communal cleaning) have been sorted within a day or two. It’s clear they take resident feedback seriously and work proactively to maintain a high standard throughout the building.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving into Dalston Works is just how lively the area can be, especially on weekends. Being so close to Kingsland High Street means you’ll hear some street noise at night — not a dealbreaker, but worth knowing if you're a light sleeper. Also, a tip for new neighbours: take full advantage of the concierge service — they’re super helpful with parcels and day-to-day support. And if you cycle, get your spot in the secure bike storage early — spaces can fill up quickly.


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Former Haggerston (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Ability Plaza, E8

Aug 2025

3
3
This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.
3

Unsafe Building and Unresponsive Management

Former Haggerston (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Ability Plaza, E8

Aug 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Good: - Cool local bars and ample food places - Several parks nearby - A Lime bike ride away from Central and the City - I’ve lived in a few parts of London and this was the most enjoyable and convenient. Bad; - Local Tesco closes randomly for periods of time - Overground is good but can shut on weekends so check ahead. One time it closed unannounced leaving a lot of people stranded. - Can be noisy. We did have to call the police once about a party in one of the rented commercial parts of the building that just seemed to get louder as the early morning hours hit. Also you get the random screaming in the street but unfortunately that’s a theme for most town centres nowadays. We also did get a random mini anti-Israel protest on a megaphone at 8:30pm on a Tuesday night singing bella ciao (badly) … that was annoying. I think people forget that others do actually live in the buildings around this area. - Parking cost an extra £125 a month on top of rent which felt extortionate considering people would often leave dog poo in the car park and we did get locked in on Christmas Eve night as we tried to leave for Christmas with half the Christmas Day dinner in our car! 3 hours later, after Grainger’s out of hours line lied (they hadn’t raised a ticket) and clocked off mid-call at 5pm (so much for an out of hours line) the guy had thankfully given me the number for the gate maintenance company so one of their engineers walked me through manually opening the gate.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

HAHA. Good joke. “Building management responded”. Yes, no, they don’t respond.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I honestly enjoyed the lifestyle there in that part of town and our flat but everything else was stressful and the rent and parking was extortionate.


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Arif (Tenant)

Brent House, E9

Jul 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Flats with Great Location

Arif (Tenant)

Brent House, E9

Jul 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

• Mix of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom flats, often restored with original wooden flooring, exposed brick or beams, integrated kitchens with induction stoves, dishwashers, and washer/dryers.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has often been slow to respond, with many issues like repairs or security concerns left unresolved for week the most

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I had known how poor the building’s security actually was—front gates and communal doors often don’t lock properly,


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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