
A guide to living in Borough of Waltham Forest
Excellent
64.2%
Very Good
28.4%
Average
6.0%
Disappointing
1.0%
Very poor
0.4%
Best places to live in Borough of Waltham Forest
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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The Eades, E17
By Way of Life
4.97
(21 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 15 in Borough of Waltham Forest

Blackhorse Mills, E17
By Legal & General, urbanbubble
Award winner 2025
4.58
(312 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 15 in Borough of Waltham Forest

Equipment Works, E17
By ila
Award winner 2024
4.38
(104 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 15 in Borough of Waltham Forest

The Quant Building, E17
By Hiltongrove
4.50
(10 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 15 in Borough of Waltham Forest

Fizzy Walthamstow, E17
By Greystar, Fizzy Living
4.38
(258 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 15 in Borough of Waltham Forest
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Latest Reviews in Borough of Waltham Forest
910 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'.
John W (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Good quality, friendly, affordable
John W (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It's very convenient for transport links, the general area has a lot of amenities and services and it is close to nature areas too.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The management team are always quick to respond to service requests
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The cinema room and outside areas are a real plus great for socialising
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Shifali S (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Well house
Shifali S (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Very convenient and close to station and would recommend to people. All the amenities are good and nearby
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes very prompt. Had a plumbing issue and Stuart fixed it in no time. Very efficient and prompt.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Communication with the team was fantastic and clear
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Alireza Elahi (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Well managed, great location, genuinely responsive maintenance
Alireza Elahi (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Being close to a train station and also being close to a shopping district are great reasons to stay in this place.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
I had an issue with electrical fixture in my flat and after raising the issue the day before, the next day Stuart showed up and fixed the issue fast and efficiently. As always it was great talking to him.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Honestly, a positive one, I wish I’d known how responsive the maintenance team is. Don’t hesitate to report issues, they get sorted fast. Also, the location is even more convenient than it looks on a viewing; being minutes from the station and shops makes daily life much easier.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Harry (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
A good place to live
Harry (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Equipment Works, E17
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Nice breweries and wetlands are near by so you have some outdoor space. Also is relatively quiet. Victoria line is super fast
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team has generally been responsive and helpful, addressing any issues raised promptly and keeping communication clear throughout.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The building is generally very quiet and well maintained, but I’d recommend checking the apartment’s position and outlook during a viewing, as this can make a noticeable difference to noise and natural light. Otherwise, it’s a great place to live with excellent transport links.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Wei Lin (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Eades, E17
Jul 2026
An Amazing Place and an Amazing Team
Wei Lin (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Eades, E17
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
From the very beginning, I was searching for a place online from overseas, and the whole process with The Eades was incredibly easy, smooth, and efficient. Every question I had was answered quickly, which made the experience much less stressful. The first time I actually saw The Eades in person was the day I moved in—and honestly, it was even better than I expected! I was so surprised by how well-maintained, clean, and organised everything is. A huge thank you to George, who leads the team. He patiently helped me every step of the way, and the whole team has been incredibly helpful, welcoming, and genuinely joyful to deal with. A special shout-out as well to the day and night reception teams—they are always so friendly and make the building feel like home. I also love the fitness manager, Manisha, who runs fantastic Pilates and gym sessions for the residents. And thank you to the team at ARC, the co-working space, for creating such a great community. Finally, a big thank you to the cleaning team. You can really see the care and attention to detail they put into keeping everything looking its best every day. Thank you, The Eades. I truly hope that one day these homes will be available to buy, because I would absolutely love to make this my permanent home. — Wei
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team has generally responded to issues in a professional manner. Communication has been helpful, and they have taken steps to address maintenance requests and concerns when raised. Some matters can take time to resolve due to the size and complexity of the building, but overall the team has been approachable and willing to assist. Regular updates and proactive communication with residents would further improve the overall experience.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Overall, I have been very happy with the property and really enjoy living here. The building, facilities and general environment have been very positive, and I appreciate the quality of the development. Of course, every landlord has different arrangements and decisions, but if utilities such as water and electricity could be included in the rent, it would make things even more convenient and straightforward for residents. It would also be appreciated if there were more rental incentives available, as I understand some residents may have received a few weeks of rent discounts when moving in. Overall, I am very satisfied with my experience and would recommend the property.
Manager response
Dear Wei Lin Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed and thoughtful review. It is wonderful to hear how positive your experience has been, particularly from the very beginning when you were searching for your new home from overseas. We are especially pleased to hear that the move-in process was smooth and that you have enjoyed the building, amenities and wider community. Your kind words about George, our reception team, Manisha, ARC and our cleaning team will be shared with them. I know the whole team will really appreciate your recognition. We also really value your feedback around communication and resident updates, and we will continue looking for ways to improve this. Your comments regarding utilities and rental incentives have also been noted and are helpful for us to understand what is important to our residents. Most importantly, it means a lot to hear that The Eades feels like home and that you would love to make it your permanent home one day! Thank you again for your recommendation and for being such a valued member of The Eades community. We are very happy to have you here!
Posted by
Beatriz Castillo, General Manager
Aug 2026
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