Affordable new developments in Beckton

Beckton, once seen as so bleak that Stanley Kubrick used it to create scenes for Full Metal Jacket, while its gasworks were used to represent a dystopian London in the film adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984, has seen its reputation rise in the years since, benefitting from the Docklands Light Railway offering a connection to the City and beyond. Alongside the existing affordable flats, and traditional houses with gardens, are a series of new developments, including Beckton Parkside. Located on a former industrial estate, the project includes 391 apartments that integrate with an upgraded park boasting sports facilities, children’s play areas and a new woodland walk. Many of the homes, which can be had from £272,500, have sweeping views across Gallions Point Marina. Not far away, in Canning Town, Brunel Street Works offers apartments with access to podium and roof gardens. In addition to the 975 homes being built by Galliford Try Partnerships, Brunel Street Works is also set to provide 80,000 sq ft of shops, workspace and community space, as well as a 152-bedroom hotel. Four new areas of public realm will open up the site for new and existing residents to enjoy, including play areas for children. Prices there start at £375,000.

Evening Standard (11/10/2019)   Property Investor Today (16/10/2019)