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Is Stratford a nice place to live in?

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Find out a general overview of the area using Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Stratford is a town in East London, England, within the London Borough of Newham. Part of the Lower Lea Valley, Stratford is situated 6 miles (9.7 km) east-northeast of Charing Cross, and includes the localities of Maryland and East Village. “

Is the local life vibrant in Stratford

There are always activities happening in lively Stratford. Timeout posts weekly on events there, so browse their site for ideas. We included a link to their Stratford page to make finding local happenings easier.

Getting to know a new area is easier with an overview of offerings and locations. Our map pulls together property price info and other details from this article to give you a Stratford snapshot.

What type of amenities may you need in Stratford?

We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in Stratford name before moving in the neighbourhood.

What schools are in the area of Stratford?

Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within Stratford

School NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
London Aquatics CentreQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London4.21328
Sarah Bonnell School14 Deanery Road, London4.219
Colegrave Primary SchoolSchool House, Henniker Road, London4.217
The Alphabet House Nursery School- Stratford37 Windmill Lane, London4.548
London Academy of ITBoardman House, 64 Broadway, London4.321
MSBM UK64 Broadway, LondonN/AN/A
Kumon Maths & EnglishBoardman House East London Centre 64, Broadway, London512
NmcNursing and Midwifery Council, 6th Floor 2 Stratford Place, Montfichet Road, London3.218
London Academy of Excellence Stratford322 High Street, London2.798
Little Achievers375 High Street, LondonN/AN/A
LEYF – Deanery Road Nursery & Pre-School22 Deanery Road, London4.26
School 21Pitchford Street, London3.719
Soccer School , West HamWest Ham Lane, LondonN/AN/A
Show My Homework4 Cam Road, London2137
Hafs Academy3, Maryland Industrial Estate, 26 Maryland Road, London4.322
Little Bear’s In East Village30 Cheering Lane, London4.113
TCES East LondonWelfare Road, London3.73
Sunny Children London Day Care2 Thorogood Gardens, London54
MarylandLeyton Road, LondonN/AN/A
Carpenters Primary SchoolFriendship Way, London4.97

Post offices of Stratford

Nearby post offices simplify sending and getting packages. Stratford branches also offer services like money orders and insurance along with mail services. Here they are along with their proximity to the area.

Post Office NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Stratford Post Office26-28 The Broadway, London2.9210
Leytonstone Road Post OfficePost Office, 187 Leytonstone Road, London359
Royal Mail32 Broadway, London33
Olympics Gold Post BoxUnnamed Road, London3.34
Doddle117a The Grove, London14
Postbox E15 15GXQX+6CJ, London00
Post BoxCarpenters Road, London51
Priority Post Box, Royal MailFerns Road, London4.52

Tube & Train stations within the region of Stratford

Most prefer transit within a 10-15 minute walk and if there aren’t public connections nearby then this could be something that takes down the price of property or can even deter people from moving in to Stratford entirely. Here is a table below so you can see where these connections are for yourself.

Train or tube station nameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
StratfordStratford Station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater, London4.1954
Stratford InternationalQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park, International Way, London4.2248
MarylandLeytonstone Road, London462

The number of hospitals, pharmacies and doctors in Stratford

Stratford has 8 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).

Medical institution NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Sir Ludwig Guttmann Health & Wellbeing CentreOlympic Park, 40 Liberty Bridge Road, London2.5322
Physio Raluca44 Broadway, London551
Stratford Hair Transplant90 Broadway, LondonN/AN/A
Moorfields at Stratford15-19 Broadway, London51
Triage Assessed Clinic1 Ferns Road, London51
St. Mary’s Medical Centre245 High Street, London3.17
Faith Medicare124 Romford Road, ESSEXN/AN/A
Alters Nursing – Live in care4 Church Street, LondonN/AN/A

Things that make us love Stratford

What makes the heart of Stratford? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs, gym that exist in Stratford to help you decide to move in there.

Restaurants in the area

Stratford has a range of different eateries. This is important for someone who is moving to an area who wants to be able to eat out and not cook every day. The below table gives you an overview of what options you have.

Restaurant NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
ibis London Stratford1A Romford Road, London4.31094
Premier Inn London Stratford hotel9, International Square, Westfield stratford city, Montfichet Road, London4.31473
The Westbridge Hotel London Stratford335-337 High Street, London4.3975
Wahaca Stratford6, Chestnut Plaza, Westfield stratford city, London4.31805
All Star LanesMontfichet Road, London4.32589
King Edward VII47 Broadway, London4.31008
Dar Marrakech403 High Street, London4.3778
Nando’s Stratford1A Romford Road, Greater, London4.32783
The Pantry Cafe357 High Street, London4.333
CabanaUnit 5, Chestnut Plaza, Montfitchet Way, London4.31201
Pizza ExpressTheatre Square, East4.3695
Nando’s Westfield Stratford CityWestfield stratford city, LR 06 – 07, Zone, Montfichet Road, London4.33863
PhoFirst Floor, Gallery, The Balcony, London4.31091
Rosa’s Thai Westfield StratfordWestfield stratford city, Montfichet Road, London4.31103
Clary’sOlympic Park, Westfield Stratford City 312 The Loft, Montfichet Road, London4.369
Pret A Manger21 Station Street, London4.3966
Chopstix – Stratford54a Broadway, London4.31268
I Fratelli4 Tramway Avenue, London4.3168
Shake ShackWestfield stratford city, 124-125 Westfield Avenue, The Street, London4.32779
Starbucks CoffeeMontfichet Road, London4.3305

Parks and green spaces in Stratford

One of London’s best assets is its green spaces. See if Stratford offers room to roam.

Park NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Queen Elizabeth Olympic ParkLondon4.530277
Linear ParkStratford, London4.97
The SparkLayard Street, London4.69
The LightHouse and Gardens38 Celebration Avenue, London4.517
Stratford Park Sensory Garden2 Whalebone Lane, London4.76
Stratford ParkWest Ham Lane, London4.21693
Thorogood Gardens Community GardenUK51
Ulysses Place PlazaCheering Lane, East Village, London41
Sandal Street ParkLondon511
Portland’s glade walk12 Victory Parade, East Village, London52
Chandos Road Open SpaceChandos Road, London4.413
Densham Road Open SpaceDensham Road, London41
Olympic Park Splash FountainQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford Walk, London4.7105
Channelsea Path Walking Trail, Stratford.Unit 2 International Business Park, Rick Roberts Way, London31
2012 GardensLondonN/AN/A
Mirabelle GardensN/AN/AN/A
Major Road Open SpaceLondonN/AN/A
Victory ParkLondonN/AN/A
Chandos Road GardensN/AN/AN/A
Wetlands WalkLondonN/AN/A

Pubs in the region

As Londoners, we cherish our local pubs. Stratford has some great go-to spots. From smaller, more family run chains to larger pubs like WeatherSpoons, there is a pub for everyone in the area.

Pub name NameAddressDescription
Lock Inn26 East Bay Lane, Here East
London
E15 2GW
Canal side bar with outside seating. Interior is simple with 8 taps and 2 cask ales. Food is Burgers & pizzas

Galleries and Museums

An area lives because of the people who live, work and interact. Art is a great way to discover an area in a new way. If you are looking to move in Stratford we definitely recommend that you check for galleries, museums and other cultural institutions. They provide a great source of enjoyment over the weekends.

Museum name NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Discover Children’s Story Centre383-387 High Street, London4.41589

Where can you buy groceries in the area

Finally we wouldn’t like to let you down on where to do your grocery shopping in Stratford. Although solutions like Ocado, Amazon or other delivery services can be a great replacement, knowing if a grocery store is nearby the place you are about to live in is a big plus. Please find below the grocery stores in Stratford.

Supermarket/Grocery store name NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
Lidl269-271 Seven Sisters Road, London42178
Sainsbury’s LocalUnit A, Vista House, 17 Stroud Green Road, London3.568
Arsenal supermarket229 Blackstock Road, London4.673
The Four Seasons Supermarket281 Green Lanes, London4124
Londis159 Blackstock Road, London3.570
Sainsbury’s Local29-31 Blackstock Road, London2.836
Tesco Express126-130 Seven Sisters Road, London2.547
Evergreen Express316 Green Lanes, London4.1163
Sainsbury’s Local175-179 Stroud Green Road, London3.6107
Poundland67-83 Seven Sisters Road, London4.2568
Tesco Express350 Hornsey Road, London3.159
Tesco Superstore105-119 Stroud Green Road, Finsbury Park, London3.5201
Tesco Express268-270 Seven Sisters Road, London2.876
INCI Supermarket c22C Woodberry Down, London4.133
M K Supermarket18 Blackstock Road, London4.47
Planet Food298 Seven Sisters Road, London4.840
Al Baraka Supermarket48 Blackstock Road, London4.419
M&S Foodhall6 City North Place, London4.5134
LidlThe Arts Building, Morris Place, London4.3330
Labas Foods203 Seven Sisters Road, London4.585

Gyms to stay in shape in Stratford

As remote work becomes more prevalent, there’s a corresponding rise in gym attendance to maintain fitness. With options like David Lloyd, TheGym, and others, Stratford could be instrumental in helping you stay in shape – a valuable amenity in close proximity.

Gym NameAddressAverage RatingNumber of ratings
London Aquatics CentreQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London4.31328
Diamond Thai Boxing Gym27 Romford Road, London4.38
CrossFit 1971Unit 3 Hutchins Close, London4.387
Better Gym East Village, Stratford50 Celebration Avenue, London4.3303
Anytime Fitness Stratford188 High Street, London4.3181
om 4 health11 Govier Close, London4.3N/A
bodytonic clinic – Stratford Osteopath, MSK Physiotherapy, Massage ClinicNew Garden Quarter, Stratford, 33 Penny Brookes Street, London4.3217
PureGym London Stratford68/7, The Mall, stratford centre, Great Eastern Road, London4.3183
Blithe Yoga4th Floor, Boardman House, Room Three, 64 Broadway, London4.351
Prana Space1 Windmill Lane, London4.326
High with HattieStratford, Westfield Stratford4.3N/A
Gymbox StratfordWestfield stratford city, 6A Chestnut Place, London4.3711
Pilates with Hanithaca House, 27 Romford Road, London4.34
Fix East Village11 Penny Brookes Street, London4.380
City Bouldering Stratford234 High Street, London4.3N/A
Anytime Fitness London (Stratford East)Prospect East, 156-158 Leyton Road East Village, Stratford London (Stratford East, Greater, London4.3761
MoreYogaSTRATFORD BRANCH, 47 Liberty Bridge Road, London4.336
Olympic Park Outdoor GymQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London4.318
Regal Boxing Gym86 Romford Road, London4.39
City Boxing Camp86 Romford Road, London4.3156

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Other areas nearby

You are not 100% sure that you want to move in Stratford? Check out our other guides about some nearby areas. You might find your next neighbourhood. The following tables shows the nearby areas within a 3.5km radius.

Neighbourhood nameLink to our guide
Poplar See the guide here
Canning Town See the guide here
Mile End See the guide here
Mill End See the guide here
Plaistow See the guide here
Three Mills See the guide here
Bromley-by-Bow See the guide here
Bethnal Green See the guide here
Bow See the guide here
Upton Park See the guide here
South Hackney See the guide here
Old Ford See the guide here
Victoria Park See the guide here
West Ham See the guide here
Forest Gate See the guide here
Hackney Wick See the guide here
Maryland See the guide here
Homerton See the guide here
Hackney Marshes See the guide here
Cann Hall See the guide here
Temple Mills See the guide here
Leytonstone See the guide here
Leyton See the guide here
Poplar See the guide here
Canning Town See the guide here
Mile End See the guide here
Mill End See the guide here
Plaistow See the guide here
Three Mills See the guide here
Bromley-by-Bow See the guide here
Bethnal Green See the guide here
Bow See the guide here
Upton Park See the guide here
South Hackney See the guide here
Old Ford See the guide here
Victoria Park See the guide here
West Ham See the guide here
Forest Gate See the guide here
Hackney Wick See the guide here
Maryland See the guide here
Homerton See the guide here
Hackney Marshes See the guide here

Last Updated on March 26, 2026

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