Top 10 places to live in Zone 4 London

Do you live in Central London but dream of upsizing? Or are you looking to move to the capital but want more bang for your buck? We look at how priorities are changing in the London property market, and which areas have the most to offer. Our list of the top 10 places to live in Zone 4 London includes stunning new build options to rent and to buy. Find your new Zone 4 home today!

London is going through a major shake-up after the turbulent pandemic years. House prices have shifted in the wake of COVID and the dramatic changes brought on by the pandemic are causing Londoners to reassess their priorities when it comes to how, and where, they live. While things are returning to normal, there are still some changes that may remain.

Top 10 developments in Zone 4

Our list of the best Zone 4 locations is made up of the 10 new homes developments with the highest average star rating from our resident reviewers. Click on any of the listed developments below, and you’ll see its overall rating (out of 5 stars), a breakdown of how residents rate it, and the full list of reviews.

All of our top 10 developments average over 4.3 stars across dozens if not hundreds of individual reviews. It’s clear to see that Zone 4 is attracting a lot of attention, and producing plenty of happy customers. Take a look at what Zone 4 has to offer below. Simply click on the developments to find out more and read all the residents’ reviews.

*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.

1. Charter Place, TW3

Greystar
4.57 (138 reviews) 4.57 (138 reviews)
Area guide to Hounslow
Image of Charter Place, TW3

At the top of the table we have Charter Place, which is just a couple of minutes’ walk from Hounslow East Underground Station, putting it well within reach of the area’s many amenities. The development itself is exceptionally well-designed and built (it opened in 2019) with access to a gym and plenty of shared social spaces. The staff here won praise from our reviewers for their consistently friendly attitude and outstanding efforts throughout various lockdowns.

Read reviews and details of Charter Place, TW3

2. Madison, Wembley Park, HA9

Quintain Living
4.53 (63 reviews) 4.53 (63 reviews)
Area guide to Wembley
Image of Madison, Wembley Park, HA9
Brand new in 2022, Madison is a Build to Rent development in Wembley, close to Wembley Stadium. Quintain Living’s eighth development contains 381 rental homes. Madison is sophisticated and exudes ‘Mad men’ cool. Its interiors combine a range of mid-century modern and contemporary design influences and it overlooks and opens out onto the leafy Union […] Read reviews and details of Madison, Wembley Park, HA9

3. Uncle Wembley, HA9

Uncle – Realstar Living
4.51 (39 reviews) 4.51 (39 reviews)
Area guide to Wembley
Image of Uncle Wembley, HA9

Our third highest-rated development in Zone 4 is Uncle Wembley. Reviewers consistently compliment the high quality finish in all its spacious, tastefully-designed apartments, as well as the friendliness of the management team and the breath-taking views across London. Throw in a beautiful rooftop terrace, four-minute walk to Wembley Station and monthly rental rates from £1,400 and you’ve got a clear winner.

Read reviews and details of Uncle Wembley, HA9

4. Simple Life London at Fresh Wharf, IG11

Simple Life Homes
4.50 (10 reviews) 4.50 (10 reviews)
Area guide to Barking
Image of Simple Life London at Fresh Wharf, IG11
Situated in Barking, Essex, Simple Life London at Fresh Wharf is a Build to Rent development made up of 77. The one- and two-bedroom apartments are fully furnished and pet friendly. In addition, Simple Life at Fresh Wharf is a 20 minute drive from Canary Wharf. Read reviews and details of Simple Life London at Fresh Wharf, IG11

5. The Picture House, IG1

Savills
4.45 (18 reviews) 4.45 (18 reviews)
Area guide to Ilford
Image of The Picture House, IG1

Taking the middle spot on our list, The Picture House is a new community in East London. The Picture House offers high specification 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments.

Read reviews and details of The Picture House, IG1

6. Wembley Park Gate, HA9

Barratt London
4.45 (33 reviews) 4.45 (33 reviews)
Area guide to Wembley
Image of Wembley Park Gate, HA9

Another highlight in North West London, Wembley Park Gate is a stone’s throw from Wembley Stadium but still offers residents peace and tranquility in their large, comfortable, modern apartments. Residents love the concierge, many added extras and the general buzz of the local high street.

Read reviews and details of Wembley Park Gate, HA9

7. Kooky Whetstone, N20

Kooky
4.43 (10 reviews) 4.43 (10 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Barnet
Image of Kooky Whetstone, N20

In 7th, Kooky Whetstone is a collection of boutique apartments. The rental apartments are fully furnished with balconies or terraces, and include private parking. Residents benefit from a five minute walk to Totteridge & Whetstone station and a 25-minute train journey to London Euston.

Read reviews and details of Kooky Whetstone, N20

8. The Lock at Greenford Quay, UB6

Telford Homes
4.41 (20 reviews) 4.41 (20 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Ealing
Image of The Lock at Greenford Quay, UB6

Next up, the 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes at The Lock offer carefully designed spaces. Additionally, there is plenty of natural light through floor to ceiling windows with views of the canal and beyond. Greenford Quay offers everything you need to make the most of London, combining peace and quiet, with fun and accessibility.

Read reviews and details of The Lock at Greenford Quay, UB6

9. ARK Wembley, HA9

VervLife
4.31 (12 reviews) 4.31 (12 reviews)
Area guide to Wembley
Image of ARK Wembley, HA9

We’re back to Wembley once more for another popular offering. Wembley Ark is a co-living development with fully furnished short- and long-term studio apartments, Ark members can stay for a few nights to a year. Additionally, members benefit from an onsite gym, co-working spaces, a communal kitchen, regular events calendar and a vibrant community.

Read reviews and details of ARK Wembley, HA9

10. The Rise, HA0

Metropolitan Thames Valley
4.28 (13 reviews) 4.28 (13 reviews)
Area guide to Wembley
Image of The Rise, HA0

And finally, in 10th place we have a collection of contemporary one, two and three bedroom apartments located close to the revitalised waterside in Alperton, a convenient short walk from the Piccadilly line.

Read reviews and details of The Rise, HA0

Outer London zones more popular

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed so many aspects of life in the UK. After various lockdowns, working from home has become the new normal for millions of Londoners.

With so many companies and individual employees successfully adapting to remote working practices, in many cases there doesn’t seem to be much of a need to go back to the way things were. Many remote workers no longer need to live close to their place of work, even though plenty of people have also chosen to return to the office.

Ultimately, this means that Londoners with remote working jobs can now focus on other factors when finding a home. They can concentrate more on things like access to local amenities, green spaces, housing quality and, of course, prices. This is why Zones 4 and outwards are seeing such a boom in popularity. They have so much to offer when the obstacle of a lengthy commute into the centre of London no longer applies.

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House prices in Zone 4

Zone 4 still represents excellent value for money, and equally solid prospects for finding affordable property prices. Research from Savills last year showed that a flat in Zone 2 will likely cost more than £610,000, whereas a similar home in Zone 4 averages at £364,000.

Of course, a London zone covers quite a few areas, which often come with varying price tags. Some of the best-value places to look at the moment include Ilford, with flats coming it at around £177,330. Thamesmead is also a great spot for terraced homes, which cost £337,273 on average. Both areas have seen improvements thanks to the opening Elizabeth line and regeneration funding. Barking is another up-and-coming suburb that’s attracting a lot of attention from first-time buyers, too.

The London average property price in December 2023, according to Zoopla, is £733,000. This makes Zone 4 a comparative bargain at around half that. Remember though, things change fast in the London property market. There’s never a bad time to freshen up your knowledge of where the best prospects are across the capital in terms of value for money.

What is HomeViews?

Inspired to start your search for a property in Zone 4? Simply click on any of the developments above or check out our area guides for more details. We also have specific guides for London developments that are family-friendly, pet-friendly or suitable for young professionals.


HomeViews provides verified resident reviews of the UK’s housing developments. We’re working with developers, landlords and the Government to recognise high performers and help to improve standards in the built environment.

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