A guide to living in Borough of Newham

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

There are no bad aspects. All transport is under 5 minutes walk, the super markets & the park are all so convenient.

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

They respond quickly through the app which is what I’d expect from a building of this calibre. The important part is that the service is high quality. This is what makes living here important. Other places respond quickly but the work completed is not thorough.

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

All good. Every time I raise a ticket the response it urgent. Paul came on a Saturday and did an outstanding job and completed multiple things, even when he was only tasked with doing one. He went above and beyond what was asked and stayed late to get the jobs finished rather than pushing them back till Monday. Jose has also visited my apartment multiple times and hung my tv and helped me with furniture to make my apartment homely. Both of them have excellent attitudes and I’m grateful to have them help me.

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

Next to westfield and stratford station and handy for everything you need from food to entertainment.

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

quickly and efficiently with updates via the online app

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

How handy everything is , all you need is on the doorstep

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

Great location. Easy transport options from buses, train and underground all a short walk away. The Westfield shopping mall is right on your doorstep too so there’s lots of choices for shopping, food and entertainment.

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

They didn’t really response to anything I asked about.

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

They exit process. Also, although I paid upfront for 6 months they said I owed a small amount of rent at the end of the tenancy yet I only spent the time I’d paid for.

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

There is a good range of shops, restaurants and cafés nearby, offering both convenience and quality, and open spaces are well kept and pleasant to use. Transport links are generally reliable and make commuting easy, although peak times can sometimes be busy. Parking can occasionally be limited but overall traffic noise is manageable and the area feels safe and comfortable to live in

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

The building management has always responded promptly and taken care of all our requests. The repair and maintenance staff member, Mohammad, was amazing, he did a great job and was consistently professional, helpful, and courteous.

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

We also have access to the other Fizzy building, which is only about a 7-minute walk away, and we’re able to use all the amenities there. It’s a great bonus, with a spacious communal area that includes table tennis, a pool table, and a well-equipped gym, giving plenty of options for both relaxing and staying active.

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

I’ve been living at Fizzy Canning Town for a while now, and honestly, the change around here has been massive. It’s gone from just a place you pass through to a spot where you actually want to hang out. Having the Hallsville Quarter right outside our front door is such a win—grabbing groceries at Morrisons or a coffee at a local spot is so easy. Plus, being a "Fizzy" resident, you get that extra layer of security and the concierge team, which really helps the place feel like a proper community. Sure, you get the odd isolated thing happening nearby like you would anywhere in London, but the vibe here is actually really positive and the new streets are super well-lit and modern. The best part? The commute is a total joke (in a good way). I can hop on the Jubilee or DLR and be at Canary Wharf in two minutes flat, and having the Elizabeth Line so close at Custom House makes getting across town effortless. It’s just a really convenient, buzzy place to live, and I’m loving being right in the thick of it.

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

Living at Fizzy Canning Town has been a seamless experience thanks to the exceptional management by Greystar and Fizzy. Their team provides swift, professional, and personalised attention to every maintenance ticket, ensuring any issues are resolved with genuine care rather than just a standard response. Beyond repairs, their commitment to continuous and proactive communication keeps residents well-informed and feeling valued, making it a standout choice for high-quality urban living.

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

One thing I wish I’d known sooner is just how much the "reformed" status of Canning Town genuinely elevates daily life; having a Morrisons, Iceland, and multiple modern amenities right at your doorstep makes the "20-minute neighborhood" lifestyle a reality rather than just a marketing pitch. Beyond the local convenience, a huge insider tip for new neighbors is the "perk" of our Greystar connection: residents at Fizzy Canning Town actually have an agreement to use the high-end gym and professional co-working spaces over at Fizzy East 16. It’s essentially like having a second set of premium facilities just a short walk away, which is a total game-changer for anyone who works from home or wants to switch up their workout routine without paying for an extra membership.