Barking Estate Agents Reveal The Area’s Secrets seven king
An Affordable Suburban Community with Many Green Areas and Excellent Transport Links
Seven Kings is an emerging East London neighbourhood with great ambitions to become a London hotspot. This small east Ilford community has major plans in place for modernization as well as an upcoming Crossrail station that will provide residents great commutes to Central London and the financial district of Canary Wharf. The local community and local council are finding more and more new ways to revive the area’s economy and bring new life to its High Street and community spaces.
Seven Kings stands out as a great alternative to more expensive neighbourhoods such as Ilford or Barking while still offering residents excellent transport links and a commute of less than 30 minutes to Liverpool Street station. Its charming neighbourhoods and its proximity to some of the best and largest green areas in East London make Seven Kings a great place for families and active individuals. On top of this, its diverse population and traditional small-town feel make Seven Kings a district where residents can enjoy a much-needed sense of safety and tranquillity while never being far from the bustling city centre.
Seven Kings is located in East London, in the Borough of Redbridge, two miles from the centre of Ilford town. It features a 1920s and 1930s bungalow estate conservation area and has great access to Central London. Neighbouring areas include Newbury Park, Goodmayes, Ilford Town, and the popular Wanstead Flats.
Seven Kings has no shortage of entertainment options for its residents. Its proximity to some of the most popular green areas in East London makes it a great place for sporting enthusiasts and nature lovers. Many playgrounds for kids, as well as jogging tracks, cricket fields, and golf courses will keep even the most active locals busy all year round.
Crossrail – Elizabeth Line station
London Underground – Central Line
Railway stations
Airport
Seven Kings residents have access to a wide range of green areas and sports facilities. There are also many local restaurants and pubs, as well as a diverse range of shops. There are plenty of opportunities for practising sports, walking in nature, or shopping and dining out. Our Seven Kings estate agents recommend these as the most popular attractions in the area:
Properties in Seven Kings are mainly residential. Most homes in this area are one and two storey bungalows. Blocks of flats are also available and there are some new residential developments planned as well as underway, with more modern amenities. Property prices in Seven Kings are reasonable and first-time home buyers appreciate its well-built homes and the good value for money they offer.
Seven Kings is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. From pocket parks to larger green areas such as the popular Wanstead Flats, residents can find many activities here to fill up their leisure time. There are many playgrounds for young children, sports pitches and courts for basketball, cricket, tennis, and rugby. Valentines Park and Seven Kings Park are the most popular parks in Seven Kings, and many residents also enjoy spending time in nearby Hainault Forest Country Park.
Seven Kings has a diverse population, with many Asian families and other European nationalities. It has a total population of 15,164 residents according to the 2011 Census. Newer residents of Seven Kings are predominantly young families and young professionals.
The local shops in Seven Kings sell a wide variety of goods and can cater to almost all of the needs of local residents. They are concentrated on and around High Street, but also tucked away on smaller neighbourhood streets. Larger chain stores are also available as is Westfield Stratford City. This shopping mall is a popular nearby destination for a more modern shopping experience including plenty of bars and restaurants.
Seven Kings is an affordable neighbourhood with good investment potential. The area’s regeneration promises to deliver great yields for buy to let investors and good value for money for first-time home buyers. The property market is dynamic and good offers run fast. Our Seven Kings estate agents are confident that Seven Kings will continue its development and growth and recommend properties in the area to renters and home buyers.
Redbridge Living has applied for planning permission from the Local Council of Redbridge for a mixed-use project that will include new homes, community, health, and business start-up facilities. The project comprises 236 new 1, 2, and 3-bedroom family units, out of which 35% will be affordable homes.
The development scheme will have a Community and Health Hub with multifunctional spaces such as a community café, family areas, an advice space, and a library with a study/working area. There will also be training rooms and changing rooms available. A business enterprise hub and a new public square plus landscaping improvements along High Road will complete the project’s design.
Although the area doesn’t have many schools, families can easily find good schools for their young ones in Wanstead. Here is a list of some of the most well-ranked schools here:
There are several good hospitals and medical facilities available in and around Wanstead. Here is our shortlist of available medical units:
Whipps Cross Road, London, E111NR, UK
+442085395522
Makepeace Road, London, E111UU, UK
+442085322711
Barley Ln, Goodmayes, Ilford IG38YB, UK
+443304004333
Glen Rd, London E138S,
UK
+442074764000
Homerton Row, London, Greater London E96SR, UK
+442085105555
Upney Ln, Barking IG11 9LX, UK
+442036442301
Our Seven Kings estate agents have seen the area’s development in recent years first-hand. They see more and more demand for properties in the area especially from young professionals looking for a short commute to Central London and young families looking for affordable homes. Seven Kings is located less than 30 minutes from Central London by rail and has an upcoming Crossrail connection that will shorten commute times even more.
On top of this, the Seven Kings area is very appreciated for its easy access to a number of vast parklands such as Wanstead Flats and Hainault Forest Country Park. There are also good schools and medical facilities available and many shopping and dining options. The local community is very tight-knit and very invested in making this suburban area a modern urban centre while still maintaining its traditional feel.
Affordability, accessibility, and stability are the three features that characterize Seven Kings best and the main reasons more and more residents are attracted to the area. Investing in a property here can generate very good yields as prices have not reached their maximum potential and the arrival of the Crossrail is set to increase them further.
Located at 553 High Road, Ilford, the Cauliflower Hotel is a Grade II listed building maintaining some of the most appreciated characteristics of 1900s architecture. It was designed in 1897 by architects Waterman and Lewis in a free Flemish/Jacobean style. As the name implies, it used to be a hotel and public house.
Its opulent late 19th-century gin palace style is the main reason why it was designed as a Grade II listed building. Its street presence is imposing, and its interior layout is a great example of the very intricate decorative design of the time.
Inside, the building features a bar, a billiard room, a ‘Masonic room’, a drawing room, and, of course, hotel rooms and a kitchen. The façade is constructed of red brick with stone and stucco dressings, as well as a polished black granite plinth.
Canary Wharf
Liverpool Street Station
Westminster
Here is a shortlist of some of the most popular eateries in Seven Kings where you can enjoy a nice, family dinner or a pint with friends:
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