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Why Buy with Galliard in Hackney Wick
Wickside, located in the canalside setting of Hackney Wick, is a brand-new neighbourhood coming soon to East London. Set to offer prospective buyers open-plan living and a private balcony or terrace for each apartment, Wickside will be well-suited for first-time buyers seeking a property for sale in an enviable location, or Buy-to-Let investors seeking a fruitful addition to their portfolio.
Living in Hackney Wick
Life in Hackney is vibrant, culturally diverse and creative. Benefitting from excellent transport links and enjoying a lively café culture, Hackney Wick is a location that has a lot going for it. Since the extensive regeneration triggered by the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, Hackney Wick has experienced economic growth with the area now being a top choice for those moving to East London. As a result, the property market in Hackney Wick is abundant with new-build apartments for sale.
Hackney Wick is a vibrant and distinctive part of London with a rich history and a world-class reputation as a creative hub.
Food & Drink in Hackney Wick
Hackney Wick is well-known for being a hotspot of independent eateries, waterside bars and trendy shopping boutiques.
From fine dining at Michelin-starred eateries such as BEHIND Restaurant to grabbing a bite at Hackney Bridge's one-stop shop for all things street food, the diverse offering of restaurants in Hackney Wick ensures you will never tire of choice.
For drinks, Hackney Wick's array of waterside bars are famous in London. Jump aboard The Milk Float, a cosy indoor cabin on the canal that serves local craft beer, hot cocktails and excellent coffee. Alternatively, head to Grow Hackney Wick where there is always something going on. From live music, including jazz sessions and DJ sets, to a monthly calendar of events ranging from workshops to open mic nights, Grow is a creative hub for the East London community.
Transport in Hackney Wick
Hackney Wick Overground station is located just a three minute walk from Wickside and provides quick and efficient journeys to key destinations such as Stratford, Liverpool Street, London Bridge and Oxford Circus. The latest addition to London's rail network, the Elizabeth Line, opens up many efficient travel routes via nearby Stratford. Travel to Liverpool Street in seven minutes or Paddington in 18 minutes.
Travelling further afield? Catch the Eurostar to Paris via Stratford International and be sipping on an espresso in a French café within 2.5 hours travel time. Alternatively, you could be at London City Airport via Stratford DLR services in 14 minutes or London Heathrow Airport in 44 minutes for international flights.
If you prefer to travel around on four wheels, then getting around by car couldn't be easier. Hackney Wick is conveniently located alongside the A12 Eastway connecting Suffolk to London via Essex, or for easy connections to major motorways including the M11 and the M25.
Fancy a day at the seaside? Drive to Southend-on-Sea in just an hour or Brighton in 1hr 45 mins.
Green Space in Hackney Wick
Sandwiched between Victoria Park and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, residents of Hackney can enjoy ample parklands, playgrounds and open space right on their doorstep. Facilities across the two parks include a London Marathon Community Track located at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park used for running, football, and athletics while Victoria Park benefits from a skatepark, playgrounds and a café.
London Fields is home to a lido, a 50m swimming pool that is open to the public year-round. London Fields is very popular as it offers plenty to do like swimming, football, tennis, cricket, and an outdoor gym.
Education in Hackney Wick
Hackney has a relatively young demographic, with approximately 55% of the population under 34 years old! Currently, around 120 schools in the London Borough of Hackney educate pupils from infancy through to further education.
For academies and sixth forms, young adults of Hackney have a choice of several education facilities such as Cardinal Pole Catholic School and The Brooke House Sixth Form College.
There are several universities in and around this pocket of East London including: University of East London, University of the Arts London and the London College of Fashion are all located a short distance from Wickside making this a great base for international students.
Buying with Galliard Homes in Hackney Wick
Whether you're looking for a 1 bedroom flat for sale in Hackney or a Hackney 2 bed flat for sale, Galliard's latest mixed-use development, Wickside, has plenty to offer. A collection of 63 new private apartments, a property at Wickside will be highly sought-after. The broader Wickside scheme will encompass rental apartments, shared ownership and a variety of commercial spaces.
When buying our Hackney apartments for sale you can be confident that with our trustworthy team and reliable approach to the industry, you will be making an excellent buying decision. As an industry leader for over 30 years, our experience includes regeneration projects across London and the home counties in locations including London Docklands, Newham, Southwark, and now Hackney.
Price Trends in Hackney Wick
According to Rightmove, the average sold price for a flat in Hackney in 2023 was £568,169 with semi-detached houses fetching around £1,511,589. Flats for sale in Hackney London are in high demand and many young professionals and creatives are choosing to move to this vibrant location.
A study by Coulters Property suggests that house prices in Hackney will experience a monumental rise of around 915% in the next 26 years. That means that the average property price in 2047 will be an eyewatering £5,949,703.
Now is the time to be buying in Hackney Wick.
Is Hackney Wick in the congestion zone?
Whilst cycling and walking seem to be the preferred method of transport for residents of Hackney, Hackney Wick is on the A12, one of London's busiest routes. Fortunately for residents of the borough, only a small proportion of Hackney is located within the Congestion Charge zone, Hackney Wick is not one of these areas. Hackney is impacted by ULEZ and LEZ.
Is Hackney Wick a nice place to live?
Hackney Wick's waterfront location, proximity to the rest of London and artistic flair makes this pocket of East London highly desirable.
The creation of new-build homes in Hackney Wick is also drawing many first-time buyers and renters to the area who want the relaxed culture that Hackney Wick. Not only have house prices doubled in the past decade but, a unique lifestyle opportunity has evolved making Hackney one of London's most liveable boroughs.
Is Hackney Wick a good investment?
Having undergone a rapid and extensive regeneration in recent years, Hackney Wick's fashionable reputation and canalside culture are highly appealing to Buy-to-Let investors wanting to attract professional tenants. Great transport links, purpose-built apartments with fantastic open plan kitchen and living areas and a thriving café culture and nightlife scene ensure that Hackney Wick is top of the list for Buy-to-Let investors.
According to home.co.uk, the average rental income for properties to rent in Hackney is £2,774 pcm (2024). House prices in Hackney have also risen more in the past 20 years than in any other local authority. The average home is over 600% more expensive now than it was in 1998 and the average property for sale in Hackney Wick now costs £610,041 (2024).
Is Hackney Wick good for families?
Young families have recently been flocking to Hackney thanks to its family-friendly culture, local amenities and choice of schools. When researching a new area to move to, these things are key, and Hackney Wick offers them in ample supply.
Start the process with Galliard Homes
Purchasing a property for sale in Hackney Wick with Galliard Homes could not be easier.
Simply register your details on the form below, call our sales team on 020 8418 3635 or email sales@galliardhomes.com, and one of our friendly team will be in touch to discuss your requirements in more detail.
