Colourful, vibrant and larger than life, Tower Hamlets is one of the most storied London boroughs. But where can you find the best places to live in Tower Hamlets? Better ask the people who know best – the residents who live there.
10 best new builds to live in Tower Hamlets
The following are the 10 best places to live in Tower Hamlets according to our verified resident reviewers. Each reviewer scores their home development on its location, design, facilities, management and value for money. All of these ratings are put together to give a combined rating out of 5. Then, we aggregate the scores, while giving additional weight to developments that have more reviews. The more reviews there are, the more accurate the impression you’ll get.
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Taking the top prize in Tower Hamlets is Dressage Court. There are 104 rental-only one, two and three-bedroom apartments at Dressage Court, a development by Essential Living. It offers easy access to Bethnal Green’s tube and rail stations, with views towards the City and Canary Wharf. Residents are big fans of the rooftop space and its sensational views, as well as other shared spaces like the snooker room and gym, that are free for all residents to enjoy.
In second place is Greystar’s Sailmakers, a Build-to-Rent scheme made up of 327 units. 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, the nearby South Quay DLR and Canary Wharf’s DLR and Underground services provide excellent transport links. Residents also enjoy fast and frequent connections to the likes of Bank and Monument.
Fizzy Stepney Green has a prime setting in E1, very close to Stepney Green Underground and Queen Mary’s University. There are one, two and three-bedroom apartments here, managed by Greystar. Read reviews and details of Fizzy Stepney Green, E1
Taking fourth place in Tower Hamlet’s is Oxbow in Poplar. The developlent is a joint venture by EcoWorld and Poplar Harca. It’s just seven minutes away from Canary Wharf and 15 minutes from the City. This development offers a range of studios as well as one and two-bedroom apartments in East India Dock. Canning Town Underground station is only a 11-minute walk away, providing swift connections for residents via the Jubilee line. In addition, the development is just moments away from many of East London’s attractions.
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 […] Read reviews and details of Riverstone Heights, E3
From Canary Wharf Group, our sixth-placed development in Tower Hamlets is this selection of affordable studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments at 30 Harbord Square in Canary Wharf. Every apartment has been designed to a high-specification and all residents benefit from waterside views of the Thames or westwards towards Canary Wharf. Canary Wharf’s latest neighbourhood, Wood Wharf, is on its doorstep and the buzzing residential community is set within acres of parks, overlooking the O2 and Greenwich.
Seventh-placed Baltimore Wharf is a mixed-use development from Galliard Homes, comprising residential units, retail outlets and a hotel. There are one and two-bedroom apartments, premium duplexes and penthouses on offer here. The development is moments from the Crossharbour DLR Station and Canary Wharf is less than a 10-minute walk away, which carries the Jubilee line services.
Breaking into the top 10 at number eight is Marner Point by Barratt London. This residential development is situated in Jefferson Plaza in Bow. Residents can enjoy access to a resident’s only gym as well as a communal roof terrace. The development is moments away from Bromley By Bow Underground station, with links to the District and Hammersmith & City lines.
Managed by L&Q, The Silk District offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments, plus studios. Additionally, it is close to Whitechapel’s London Underground and London Overground stations. As well as this, it is within walking distance of Shoreditch and Brick Lane. Read reviews and details of The Silk District, E1
Named after botanist Nathanial Bagshaw Ward, Wardian London is a unique residential development from EcoWorld and Ballymore, and designed by Glenn Howells. The development offers one and two-bedroom apartments and a collection of suites, all close to Canary Wharf’s Jubilee line, DLR, Thames Clipper services and London City Airport.
Our fifth London Docklands development is 10 George Street, which rises 37 storeys above Canary Wharf’s new district, Wood Wharf. There are 327 ultramodern apartments available, all overlooking waterside gardens and boardwalks below. In addition, residents have exclusive access to “Vertus+.” This includes access to a 24/7 gym studio, self-service bar, private dining room and lounge which […] Read reviews and details of 10 George Street, E14
Ability Place by Ability Group is a residential development offering 600 apartments over 21 floors. There’s a mix of studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments on offer, as well as a selection of penthouses. South Quay DLR station is the closest to the property, but there’s also a reliable bus network locally and the Jubilee […] Read reviews and details of Ability Place, E14
The Liberty Building is a residential development from Telford Homes, It features one, two and three-bedroom apartments and a penthouse. There are 155 units here (30% affordable) in a trio of ‘cluster’ towers that dominate the Canary Wharf skyline. Also, residents will have access to enviable transport links to the City, Stratford and the West […] Read reviews and details of The Liberty Building, E14
City Quarter is a Berkeley Homes development located in Whitechapel. This zone 1 development is comprised of 252 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and features a peaceful public garden with waterfalls and frequently groomed plants. The development is situated just a 10-minute walk from Aldgate East station, which is served by the Hammersmith & City […] Read reviews and details of City Quarter, E1
Ivy Point is part of Barrett London’s St Andrew’s development in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Residents can enjoy access to a 24 hour concierge service, gym and a communal roof terrace. The development is located only moments away from Bromley-by-Bow Underground stations with links to the District and Hammersmith & City lines. Read reviews and details of Ivy Point, E3
Royal Quay is a Regal Homes development close to Westferry DLR station, in East London. It features 90 residential units – a combination of studios and one and two-bedroom apartments. Limehouse Cut Canal is just behind the building, so waterfront views are par-for-the-course. Read reviews and details of Royal Quay, E14
There are 115 studios, apartments and penthouses at Dollar Bay, a joint venture for Mount Anvil and Citystyle Homes (an arm of One Housing Group). It’s a 32-storey tower on the Isle of Dogs’ South Dock, close to Canary Wharf’s transport links and shopping malls. Dollar Bay’s nearest station is South Quay. Read reviews and details of Dollar Bay, E14
Fish Island Village is a joint venture development by Hill and Peabody, and comprises a collection of one, two and three apartments. Located conveniently between the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Victoria Park, the development is less than a twenty-minute walk away from Westfield Stratford Shopping Centre as well as being only a twelve-minute walk […] Read reviews and details of Fish Island Village, E3
Ten Park Drive is a contemporary development by Canary Wharf Group. It’s situated in the heart of Canary Wharf and comprises of just under 350 apartments. Floorplans span studios, one, two and three-bedroom units. Transport links come courtesy of Canary Wharf station (for Jubilee line and DLR services). along with nearby Heron Quays. Read reviews and details of Ten Park Drive, E14
This new-build development by Telford Homes is situated in Bow, London. It offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments and a handful of ‘sky villas’. These are a mixture of two and three-bedroom duplex apartments. Also, Bow Garden Square is within close proximity to Mile End tube station (for the District line) and Devons Road DLR. […] Read reviews and details of Bow Garden Square, E14
Living in Tower Hamlets – London’s most colourful quarter
Tower Hamlets is a borough of contrasts. Next to the sleek offices of Canary Wharf you’ll find areas of high urban privation and poverty. However, Tower Hamlets continues to undergo a massive transformation that’s turning even its most deprived regions into sought-after locations.
Wherever you go in this borough you’ll find it bursting with culture and history. From the Hackney Empire Theatre to the Jack the Ripper tours of Whitechapel, there’s no shortage of stories to explore.
There’s also a great (and growing) culinary scene here. Whitechapel has a bevy of fantastic curry houses, while Bethnal Green is attracting all manner of stylish independent eateries. Canary Wharf is also developing a solid reputation for great dining options ranging from up-market chain outlets to Michelin-starred restaurants.
As for transport, Tower Hamlets is very well connected to the rest of the capital. The north side of the borough has the Central, Hammersmith & City and District lines close at hand. The south, meanwhile, has the DLR and Circle. The whole borough is well served with Overground, bus and riverbus links.
Average property prices in Tower Hamlets
There’s a wide range of property types and prices available in Tower Hamlets. From smart apartments in Canary Wharf, to terraced houses in Bromley, there are good options to suit most budgets.
If that’s whet your appetite for some more exploration of the borough, give our Tower Hamlets area guide a look for more information. Here you’ll find a little more East End history, and details of Tower Hamlets’ regeneration and newfound confidence.
Diverse, vibrant and with its finger well and truly on the pulse – that’s London’s Tower Hamlets. It’s what we like to call the Selfridges of the capital’s boroughs, in that it truly offers something for everyone. Art lover? Foodie? Or Fitness fanatic? Read Read more about Borough of Tower Hamlets
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