Our area guide to Docklands gives you a quick overview of the neighbourhood from its properties, public parks, local schools, council tax, public transport links to shopping and going out. Postcodes covered by this area guide include
E16, E1W
Docklands Property Types & Architecture
As you will see in the windows of estate agents in Docklands, such as ludlowthompson.com, the area offers either new build terraced houses, contemporary flats in apartment blocks or historic buildings and warehouse conversions.
Docklands Shopping & Entertainment
The riverside locations have swanky or trendy eateries such as Nobu at Canary Wharf, with river views that rival its Hyde Park outlet. Marinas with their choice of cafes and chic restaurants lend a touch of Monaco to the Docklands. Canary Wharf has a great range of shops, dockside bars and restaurants. River life offers cruises and walks through Dockland historic alleys. Greenwich with it's park, market and the Cutty Sark ship tourist attraction is just over the river.
Docklands Transport
The Docklands Light Railway runs (DLR) trains run from Bank and Tower Gate to all areas in south-east London including Canary Wharf, and Docklands.
The Circle Line and District tube lines go to Tower Hill.
Docklands Parks & Commons
Docklands is not renowned for its green spaces, but there are a few parks with play areas for children which can be found on Bermondsey Street, Leathermarket Street, Long Lane and at Southwark Park. Or for that authentic country feel complete with a nature trail, take the DLR to Mudchute Park & Farm with over 13 hectares, with goats, sheep, pigs, horses, cows, ducks and geese.
Docklands Who lives here?
The Docklands neighbourhood spans several areas including Shad Thames, Wapping and Limehouse. The contrast between new and historic, contemporary cutting edge architecture, high rise and old dock buildings give Docklands a real quirky feel. Since its regeneration in the last twenty years and recent revival, the Docklands area accounts for most of London's new build of flats and houses for homes. Many of the old warehouses, docks and old buildings in Docklands have been replaced by glorious riverside walks, stylish places to eat and marinas. The wealth from businesses, better transport links, and more shops have made the area an ever more popular and accessible as a place to live. The area offers convenient and contemporary urban living for a mixture of wealthy business people to City contractors / employees, and local families buying or renting in Docklands.
Guide to Docklands transport links:
Trains
- Canning Town (National Rail)
- Custom House
- North Woolwich
- Silvertown and London City Airport
Tubes
- Canning Town (Jubilee Line, Docklands (DLR), National Rail) (Zone 3)
- Wapping (East London) (Zone 2)
- Whitechapel (District Line) (Zone 2)
- Whitechapel (Hammersmith & City Line) (Zone 2)
DLR Stations
- Canning Town ()
- Custom House (Docklands (DLR)) (Zone 3)
- Custom House (National Rail) (Zone 3)
- King George V
- London City Airport
- Pontoon Dock
- Prince Regent (Zone 3)
- Royal Albert (Zone 3)
- Royal Victoria (Zone 3)
- West Silvertown
Docklands Local Authorities:
Docklands
is represented by
Newham Council
which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.
Council responsibilities
The council is responsible for all council services and duties, which include Social Services, housing, education and planning. If you’ve a specific question for this council, please visit their website to get contact details for key departments.
Docklands Council Tax Rates:
Council Tax is worked out by your local council who sets the Council Tax rates for each year.
Your property postcode will determine which council you will need to pay. There are currently 1 councils covering the Docklands area.
Council tax rates for each Local Authority
| Council |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
| Newham |
£775 |
£904 |
£1,033 |
£1,163 |
£1,421 |
£1,679 |
£1,938 |
£2,325 |
| English Averages |
£761 |
£888 |
£1,015 |
£1,142 |
£1,396 |
£1,650 |
£1,904 |
£2,285 |
How much will I have to pay?
Each year, every local authority will set a rate of council tax for each valuation band. The amount you have to pay depends on the value of your property and the current rates for your local council. Not everyone will have to pay the full amount of council tax. There are three ways in which your council tax bill may be reduced.
Reductions in council tax:
- the reduction scheme for disabled people
- discounts (i.e. If only one person lives in a property they will get
a 25% discount on the council tax bill)
- council tax benefit and second adult rebate
Learn more about council tax at HM Revenue & Customs
Local Area Website Links:
Below is a collection of links of local interest.
Schools in Docklands & Year 2006 Exam Results
Schools in Docklands fall under the Newham Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Docklands by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.
Local schools within Docklands:
Looking to live in Docklands?
If you are looking to buy or rent a property in Docklands use the links below to find the latest properties available.
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