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.

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Best places to live in Stratford

HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and HomeViews Transparency Rating of every development in the area

Stratford Olympic park

Stratford’s residential transformation

Here East, the former Olympics’ Press and Broadcast hub, is now a thriving digital and creative business park, attracting big names like BT Sport and dance choreographer, Wayne McGregor. Meanwhile, the Athletes’ Village has been transformed into East Village, a mixed-use development of some 3,000 new-build homes and a brilliant range of independent restaurants, bars and cafes, all set among acres of greenery. According to HomeViews’ reviewers, this is one of the best places to live in Stratford.

Spacious and lovely! Great place to live if you’re young and working in London. The resident team are brilliant and very attentive to any problems you might have. Commute is fantastic, you can get a direct train to kings cross in 7 minutes. The coffee shops below are perfect for brunch!” – Zeynep, verified resident at East Village

East Village is neighboured by the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, which blankets a large chunk of the area, and offers nature trails, waterways and sports facilities. Here you’ll find London Stadium, London Aquatics Centre and the ArcelorMittal Orbit – the UK’s largest sculpture and the world’s longest tunnel slide.

Street in Stratford

Developments to buy or to rent in Stratford

Where are the best places to live in Stratford? Commuters should pay attention to Unex Tower, a Telford Homes development just footsteps from Stratford International and Stratford Underground. Telford Homes is actually the name behind many of Stratford’s residential developments. Stratford Central, like its name suggests, has bagged a prime setting in the heart of E15. Glittering high-rises Stratford Plaza and Stratosphere sold out in record time. And Icona Point, a trio of buildings erected with the help of architect, Stockwool, gives the Stratford skyline a pop of colour courtesy of its neon-hued balconies.

The development is great. There is a 24 hour concierge who are always on hand to help and the staff are very friendly. There is also a nice on site gym for tenants. I really enjoy living here.” – R, resident at Unex Tower

If you’re after a waterfront location, the apartments at Weston Homes’ River Heights make for a good choice. In addition, another popular new-build property is Stratford Halo, a 42-storey Notting Hill Genesis development nicknamed, ‘The Sidemen Tower.’ This was because members of YouTube sensation, The Sidemen, moved in a few years back. If you’re looking to rent in Stratford Halo – have a look at Folio London at Stratford Halo, 

“I like the apartment – it’s a new build and spacious, well designed, and good quality. There is good security on the building and a concierge service 24/7 which is great.” – Anonymous, resident of Folio London at Stratford Halo.

 

View from a high rise flat in Stratford

Stratford hotspots

Westfield Stratford City actually opened the year before the Olympics, contrary to the belief of many. Packed with well-known names, this is East London’s most popular destination for fashion and food. There’s a Vue cinema and a bowling alley here, too.

Hip Hackney Wick is at the tip of Stratford’s north-eastern pocket, sandwiched between Bow, Mile End and Homerton. This urban neighbourhood brags a good variety of quirky riverside pubs and cafés, brimming with originality and something of a breath of fresh air compared to Stratford’s heavily regenerated majority. It’s especially lively in the summer months, and getting a water-facing table can be something of a challenge.

Transport links

“Transport links are unrivalled you can get ‘anywhere’ in 30 mins.”

Finally, a word on transport. Stratford is one of the best-connected places in London. The station has tubes running on the Central and Jubilee lines to the West End, DLR links to Canary Wharf, and Overground services to Highbury & Islington. Similarly Stratford International, offers super-fast connections to St Pancras International – we’re talking less than eight minutes.

You can read reviews of Stratford developments by clicking on the properties in the list below. Do you live in a Stratford development? Click here to write a review. 

Reviews in Stratford

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Lovely experience in general

Verified Resident
Verified Resident
Review Date Sep 2023

I’ve been living at Portlands Place for about three weeks now and so far I don’t really have any negative points.

The transport links in Stratford are so convenient when travelling to the city and there are a variety of shops nearby to choose from.

The only issue that I can think of, is the construction noise opposite Hightail Point which at times can be quite loud if you open your sliding doors in the living room.

There is no parking at Hightail Point which means that my son has to park in Calla House, a building which is a few minutes walk away.

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Design of the building is attractive and the facilities at Hightail Point are appealing for all the residents. It’s a nice clean building throughout. However, one of the 10th floor rooftop garden has not been maintained well.

Atlanta, Relationship Manager and the Resident Hosts/ Concierge Team (Mary, Ernie, Adil, Raymond) are all helpful, friendly and welcoming.

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

All prospective tenants including your son/ daughter will need to undergo a long winded process to be able to acquire residency.

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

I have not had any repairs or maintenance issues so far.

However, in the beginning, my apartment key fobs, parking remotes and Calla House building fobs were not working on several occasions. It was dealt with efficiently by the Resident Hosts and Concierge Team (Mary, Ernie, Adil and Raymond).

Atlanta, Relationship Manager has always responded to my queries proactively via email.

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User submitted image of  Portlands Place at East Village, E20
User submitted image of  Portlands Place at East Village, E20
User submitted image of  Portlands Place at East Village, E20
User submitted image of  Portlands Place at East Village, E20
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Beautiful Apartments, Critically Mismanaged

Review Date Sep 2023

The location is unparalleled. There are shops, restaurants, and bars in the immediate vicinity. But there’s also a demolition happening opposite, so good luck sleeping in past 8am, when they start compacting the earth.

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Unfortunately the building cut corners, and the management company has zero interest in addressing them. You’ll be living with 1 of the 3 lifts working year round, which in a 36-story building, starts to feel like you’re in a prison before long. You’ll also have no recourse to do anything about it, because the building manager is a complete joke.

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I wish I’d known my landlord would never respond to any request for repairs

What is the best feature of your home:

The views are very good, and there’s a lot of usable space in the apartment.

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Brilliant

Review Date Aug 2023

Great place, really happy with the apartment, it is spacious and there is ample sunlight. The area is also lively with restaurants on the ground floor of the building.

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East Village is like a whole other city altogether. It is very lively and I am looking forward to events hosted by the management and meeting people in the development. The building is surrounded by restaurants and Sainsbury’s is less than a 2 minute walk which is very convenient.

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If you do get a guarantor, give some time before you move as it is a lengthy process.

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

The management is quick to respond with any issues.

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Excellent house build quality and wonderful community!

Review Date Aug 2023

Love the location, personally we have had very few issues with our build quality. There were a few snags but these were quickly rectified. We are in a house and have been extremely impressed with the insulation (barely need heating over winter), additionally we have never heard a peep from neighbours and they have a baby so sound insulation is great!

We have a parking space assigned to our house so can’t comment on parking.

Bins are collected regularly which is great and although there is some noise on weekends from the street if you have the windows open, it’s in keeping with what I would expect living in an urban area and never keeps my young children up. With the windows shut you can’t hear a thing.

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They could improve the garden maintenance in the grounds but I think that’s in hand.
The building are attractive and thoughtfully designed and the facilities for young children are amazing- 5 parks within walking distance?! Crazy! Plus the cafes/restaurants are lovely!

Brilliant sense of community and a great place to live.

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How good the community spirit is here! So many friendly faces and groups to join etc. amazing for families, friends for life made here

What is the best feature of your home:

The insulation! Not needing the heating on very much is amazing in a cost of living crisis’

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Manager Response

Thank you so much for your review – we are so pleased you like the design of the buildings and facilities at L&Q at Chobham Manor.

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