
A guide to living in Borough of Tower Hamlets
Excellent
61.0%
Very Good
29.0%
Average
7.8%
Disappointing
1.4%
Very poor
0.8%
Best places to live in Borough of Tower Hamlets
How is ranking calculated?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
Award winner 2025
4.88
(25 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

Sailmakers, E14
By Greystar
Award winner 2025
4.72
(271 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

Dressage Court, E2
By Essential Living
Award winner 2025
4.72
(203 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

Balfron Tower, E14
By Way of Life
Award winner 2025
4.68
(62 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets

Riverstone Heights, E3
By Way of Life
Award winner 2025
4.67
(182 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 82 in Borough of Tower Hamlets
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Latest Reviews in Borough of Tower Hamlets
3206 total reviews
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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'.
A (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Riverstone Heights, E3
May 2026
Well-maintained building with responsive management and helpful support
A (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Riverstone Heights, E3
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area has a good range of local shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants within walking distance, with a variety of options for everyday needs and dining out. Transport links are very convenient, with frequent bus and nearby tube/train connections, making travel into central London easy, although peak times can be busy. There are also pleasant open spaces nearby for walking and leisure. On my street, parking can sometimes be limited but generally manageable, bin collections are regular and reliable, and there is minimal anti-social behaviour. Traffic noise is present at peak hours but is otherwise fairly quiet and residential.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has generally responded promptly and effectively to any issues raised. Problems are acknowledged quickly and usually resolved in a reasonable timeframe, with clear communication throughout the process.
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 in is how busy parking and nearby traffic can get during peak hours, which isn’t always obvious during viewings. Also, it can take a little time to get used to how quickly bin collections and maintenance schedules operate, so planning around those helps. Overall, the flat itself and management are good, but these small day-to-day practicalities are worth being aware of for new residents.
- (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Great building but the area massively lets it down, especially considering the price.
- (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is not the best I’ve seen. Gets a little sticky especially evening time. Some weird people around. Great local store tho (Nisa) 👍 nice people working there
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Had an issue during winter time upon return to London. The issue was resolved a month later, which is highly underwhelming considering the severity of the problem
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Honestly just wish I knew what kind of area that was. Other than that I was happy with everything
Matvii (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Balfron Tower After 1 Year
Matvii (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Canary Wharf, Canning Town and Stratford are nearby. Many local shops, sport grounds and other activities in the area.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Lia is just amazing, she responded to all the concerns raised with speed and quality. Other team members are friendly and helpful, but Lia is the best!
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That there is an amazing rooftop where you can have a lot of fun with your friends!
Yomi J (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Balfron tower is worth the hype
Yomi J (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Balfron Tower, E14
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
There are corner shops with a large market close by. There’s is minimal noise and traffic around the area.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They have sent over engineers and technicians to resolve the issues.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I knew pretty much everything before moving in as I did a physical viewing.
Manager response
Hi Yomi, Thank you for taking your time to leave a positive review. Its great to see you are enjoying the building and its facilities. Please do approach any of the on-site team should you have any queries.
Posted by
NT, Building Manager
May 2026
Anonymous (Tenant)
Unverified
ARK Canary Wharf, E14
May 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
It’s nice living there
Anonymous (Tenant)
Unverified
ARK Canary Wharf, E14
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The good aspects about living in my area are safety and shops to buy food, however, it feels a bit far from the tube.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes, within 24h. They were really helpful, I hope this continues being that way as for now, no improvements are needed.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I’d known short stays would be staying there.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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