The best neighbourhood on offer in each of London’s 32 boroughs have been identified in a new list published by The Telegraph, following a consultation with Hamptons and other local estate agents.
The top neighbourhoods have been described as “golden areas” that are most desired by those searching for a new home, based on factors such as green spaces, good schools, commutes, and more.
Taking ninth place in the top ten best places to live in London this year is Bow in Tower Hamlets.
According to estate agency Benham & Reeves, the neighbourhood offers a “unique blend of old-world charm and modern living”.
Bow is home to one of the oldest street markets in the city, Roman Road, and is flanked by three parks, canals and a river.
It is the only inner-London neighbourhood in the top 10 list where property prices have increased in the past 12 months, offering “the best-value property of all”.
The average property price in this neighbourhood is £440,530.
Walthamstow Village in Walthamstow, took tenth place in the top 10 list.
It is the oldest part of Walthamstow, and has been designated a Conservation Area by the council.
Local buildings include a 12th century church, the 15th century “ancient house”, and more.
Joseph Earnshaw of estate agent Stow Brothers told The Telegraph of the neighbourhood’s blend of “east London creativity with small-village charm”.
Alongside a number of local pubs, another feature that helped secure its place in the top 10 is the 960-seat Soho Theatre, which has recently opened following the restoration of a former cinema.
Property prices in Walthamstow Village average around £579,610.
