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4.46

Average location score

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Excellent

59%

Very Good

30%

Average

8%

Disappointing

1%

Very poor

1%

Best places to live in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Sailmakers, E14

By Greystar

Award winner 2024

4.73

4.73

(254 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.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Dressage Court, E2

By Essential Living

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4.72

4.72

(177 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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Balfron Tower, E14

By Way of Life

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4.61

4.61

(44 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.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Riverstone Heights, E3

By Way of Life

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4.57

4.57

(92 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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Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

By Notting Hill Genesis

3.54

3.54

(27 reviews)

Harbour Central offers a contemporary collection of apartments in the heart of Canary Wharf's Isle of Dogs, developed as a mixed tenure community. Notting Hill Genesis manages four distinctive blocks - Salvor Tower, Thole Court, Laker Court, and Coxswain - providing a range of housing options with stunning city views. Located in one of London's most dynamic neighbourhoods, the development provides exceptional transport connectivity, enabling residents to navigate the city with ease and convenience.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

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Amanda (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sailmakers, E14

Jun 2025

5
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5

Great place to live!

Amanda (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sailmakers, E14

Jun 2025

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

The area is lovely with excellent local shops, cafes, and green spaces. Transport is reliable and easy to access. The street feels safe and friendly, parking is usually fine, and bin collections are consistent. Overall, a great place to live.

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

Nico and Kam are excellent staff members who always go above and beyond to help. They are warm, patient, and create a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel truly at home. They solve any issues quickly and efficiently, which gives you great peace of mind. Their positive attitude and professionalism bring an excellent vibe to the entire community.

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

I wish I had known how friendly and supportive the community is here.

5

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Babla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 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 good and bad

Babla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

It is a lovely area but sometimes it doesnt feel safe due to always sirens going off or i have experienced police chase in the area multiplw times.

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

Not much loojing at the area tell you everything you need to know.

What is the best feature of your home:

Best feature us the view and the privacy aspect of the whole complex

4

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4

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5

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4

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3

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CJ (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

4
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4

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CJ (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

The area is very lively both during the day and at night due to the location. Lots of bars,restaurants and places to entertain yourself. The parking situation is terrible as there is NONE whatsoever but thousands of cars day in and day out. Bin collection works well and promptly done on the designated days. Unfortunately there is some anti social behaviour which can leave a bad taste in your mouth about the area but the housing officers do try their best to help when they can but can't be held accountable for other people's actions.

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

That the parking situation is not Subject to change for the better

What is the best feature of your home:

I am very happy that my home is on one of the lower floors rather than too high up and also that the double glazing keeps heat in and cold out.

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4

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4

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MS (Owner)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

All in all a good place to live !

MS (Owner)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

The area is well connected to various transport links. Given the volume of flats I would expect more police presence, but all in all the neighbourhood feels very safe. Parking is limited, so visitors sometimes struggle to find street parking.

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

That standing charges for district heating were really high, and one cannot switch.

What is the best feature of your home:

Location and the community . I also love the fact that flats have a level of sound proofing meaning the street noise isn’t as bad

3

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5

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5

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4

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3

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Pip S (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

3
3
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3

Great flat, awful property management.

Pip S (Shared Owner)

Verified Resident

Harbour Central, E14 9ZF

Jun 2025

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

Lots of restaurants, bars and shops in the area, with more opening up each year and usually represent decent value for money. A bit limited with the amount of open spaces and parks. Some parts of IoD look much rougher and feel unsafe due to growing anti-social behaviour, with police unable or unwilling to crack down on this.

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

How bad NHG are as property managers. They told me service charges should not rise much each year as we don't have many facilities / amenities and yet they've risen over 100% in the few years I've been living here!

What is the best feature of your home:

My balcony has unrivalled views and feels quite big compared to other balconies in two-bed flats.

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