Canary Wharf Property Guide

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About Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf is a thriving residential and business district in east London, known for its river views, excellent transport links and high-end dining and shopping. Once one of the world’s busiest docks, the area is now home to many global financial institutions and highly sought after modern, high-rise developments, merging urban and waterfront living.

Our local property experts in Dexters Canary Wharf can help find you the perfect home. Here is a helpful guide to everything you need to know about living in this desirable neighbourhood:

Local Amenities

Canary Wharf is a top shopping destination, with more than 100 boutiques in five malls, including Canada Place and Jubilee Place. Nearby markets include Billingsgate Fish Market and Chrisp Street Market in Poplar, which also hosts ‘Bite’, a monthly food market on the last Friday of each month.

The area offers a variety of cuisines such as fresh, authentic pasta from Emilia’s Crafted Pasta, or you can sample the finest seafood at Oysteria. For a drink with friends, Alchemist serves a vast selection of cocktails with live music. There is an array of street food options and independent cafés such as 640East, where two upcycled shipping containers create a quirky space to enjoy a speciality coffee.

Visit the Museum of London Docklands to discover Canary Wharf’s history, or head to the Crossrail Place Roof Garden for a unique botanical experience. The area is also home to London's largest collection of outdoor public art, with more than 100 installations and sculptures made of bronze, carbon fibre, wood, vinyl and more.

Education

Canary Wharf features a number of primary and secondary schools that are Ofsted-rated Outstanding:

Bygrove Primary School

Mayflower Primary School

Canary Wharf College, Glenworth

Transport

Canary Wharf is an unbeatable location with many convenient transport links, including a choice of three DLR stations, which provide quick links to Greenwich, Stratford and Bank. There are frequent Jubilee line services from Canary Wharf Underground station, while the Elizabeth line station offers high-speed services across London to Liverpool Street, Paddington and Heathrow.

Living in Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf has a vibrant atmosphere and a selection of luxury properties, which is why it attracts professionals and families alike. The neighbourhood offers the best of the city lifestyle with so many shops and restaurants, as well as quick connections between the City and West End.

Contact your local experts at our Dexters Canary Wharf office who will be delighted to help you find the perfect property.