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A guide to living in Borough of Tower Hamlets

Excellent

60.9%

Very Good

29.1%

Average

7.8%

Disappointing

1.4%

Very poor

0.8%

Best places to live in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Alma, E1

By Native Communities

4.86

4.86

(21 reviews)

Living at Alma allows residents to access a range of amenities and personal services. As well as personalised service, residents can enjoy exclusive invitations to private viewings, curated events and experiences developed in partnership with local creatives and independents.
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Ranked 1st out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Sailmakers, E14

By Greystar

Award winner 2025

4.73

4.73

(269 reviews)

£2,595-£4,150 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Greystar's Sailmakers is a Build to Rent scheme, which comprises of 327 units. It is within the mixed-use Galliard Homes development, Harbour Central. The site is situated on the Isle of Dogs close to the River Thames, and less than a 10-minute walk from the heart of Canary Wharf. In addition, transport links come courtesy of nearby South Quay DLR and Canary Wharf's DLR and Underground services. Residents enjoy fast and frequent connections to the likes of Bank and Monument.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Dressage Court, E2

By Essential Living

Award winner 2024

4.72

4.72

(203 reviews)

£2,500-£4,500 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

There are 104 rental-only one, two and three-bedroom apartments at Dressage Court, a development by Essential Living.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Riverstone Heights, E3

By Way of Life

Award winner 2025

4.67

4.67

(160 reviews)

Riverstone Heights is located on the banks of the River Lea. With a rooftop terrace mid-barbecue, a private lounge and dining room, Way of Life's newest residence is an elegant home in the heart of east London. Alongside thoughtfully designed apartments, the building’s first floor is dedicated to co-working; with meeting rooms, phone booths and a kitchen for residents. Residents can take meetings, or find a quiet corner to catch-up on their to-do list. Superfast WIFI and our onsite resident hosts are also included.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Balfron Tower, E14

By Way of Life

Award winner 2024

4.67

4.67

(56 reviews)

Balfron Tower is an iconic residential development situated in Poplar. Designed by the architect Ernő Goldfinger, it features a range of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments. Residents can access a range of facilities including a roof terrace, yoga studio, cinema room and co-working spaces.
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Ranked 5th out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Andreas (Tenant)

Unverified

Alma, E1

Jan 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I love the flat and the overall development

Andreas (Tenant)

Unverified

Alma, E1

Jan 2026

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

Living in my local area is great overall. There’s a good range of shops, restaurants, and bars nearby, along with well-kept open spaces. Transport links are convenient and reliable, making it easy to get around. The building itself has bin chutes, which are very convenient, but the council-provided external bins are often overflowing. I don’t park here, so I can’t comment on parking availability. Aside from that, the street is generally quiet, and there are no notable issues with anti-social behaviour or traffic noise.

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

Building management have responded well to any issues raised, communicating clearly and resolving problems promptly and professionally.

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

If you work in the city - it is a huge quality of life improvement to be able to walk to work!


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Alice Smith (Tenant)

Unverified

8 Water Street, E14

Jan 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Highly recommend

Alice Smith (Tenant)

Unverified

8 Water Street, E14

Jan 2026

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

Great local area, plenty of shops to meet all needs. Good transport links, easy to get around. Feels safe and secure.

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

Quickly and with solutions. They seem to have a great knowledge of the building and explain things clearly.

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

Would have been great to have the welcome pack ahead of the move, I received it on the move in date.


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YS (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dressage Court, E2

Jan 2026

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

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great location, amazing amenities and welcoming staff

YS (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dressage Court, E2

Jan 2026

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

Great local food scene and walkable to some of the best parks in London - Vic park and London Fields. Amazing transport links, minutes from the tube, overground and Lizzy line meaning you have access to all of London & easy links to airports

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

Promptly, and have helped organise any repairs with ease

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

I didn’t know about all the community events that are held, love attending these to meet new people and enjoy the amenities in a social setting


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

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Alex H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Alma, E1

Dec 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A fantastic team delivering a great experience

Alex H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Alma, E1

Dec 2025

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

Convenient location, close to Aldgate and Aldgate East stations and with amenities ans shops located nearby.

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

We haven't had realm problems living here, but the couple of minor issues we had were dealt promptly and efficiently.

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

N/A Nothing particular comes to mind. As more People have moved in, the gym is gettin more difficult to access, but that was to be expected

Manager response

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and positive feedback. It’s genuinely appreciated, and I’m delighted to hear that your experience with the building and the team has been such a good one. Your kind words about Daisy, Tom, myself, and the wider team mean a great deal. We always aim to be approachable, responsive, and proactive, so it’s reassuring to know that this has been reflected in how your queries and requests have been handled. Going the extra mile for our residents is something we truly care about. I’m also really pleased you’ve enjoyed the seasonal touches in the lobby. These small details are intended to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, so it’s lovely to know they’ve had a positive impact. Thank you as well for sharing your thoughts on the location and amenities. The convenience of Aldgate and Aldgate East, along with nearby shops and services, is certainly a key benefit of the area. We appreciate your understanding regarding the increased use of the gym as the building becomes busier. Your feedback is noted, and we continue to monitor usage to ensure the space remains as comfortable and functional as possible for everyone. It’s great to hear that the few minor issues you’ve experienced were resolved quickly and efficiently, and we truly value your recommendation of the landlord. Should you ever need anything further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, I’m always happy to help.

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Olivia Purdie, Assistant Community Manager

Jan 2026


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Stephanie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Riverstone Heights, E3

Dec 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

The building management team are brilliant

Stephanie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Riverstone Heights, E3

Dec 2025

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

The mini shop next door to Riverstone Heights is brilliant alongside the Big Tesco which is a 2 minute walk away. I would love to see a coffee shop open up into the square. Bin collections are prompt and there is barely any outside noise from inside the apartment.

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

Any small issues with the flat i've had, have been actioned ASAP and always recieve prompt replies.

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

I would of loved there to of been a community app or facebook page to chat to other resistents and foster that sense of community.


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

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