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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
(18 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

Hoxton Press, N1
By Anthology
4.77
(23 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

The Otto, E5
By Londonewcastle
4.72
(6 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

The Makers, N1
By Londonewcastle
4.60
(12 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 27 in Borough of Hackney

Vive Living Stonemason's Yard, E9
By Vive Living
4.55
(6 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 27 in Borough of Hackney
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Tracey (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Dalston Works, E8
Sept 2025
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.
Louis (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Dalston Works, E8
Sept 2025
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!
Tom Wilson (Tenant)
Dalston Works, E8
Sept 2025
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.
Former Haggerston (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Ability Plaza, E8
Aug 2025
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.
Arif (Tenant)
Brent House, E9
Jul 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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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