Stratford is a prime example of how an area can transform from being run down, into a thriving, sought-after location. After the 2012 Olympics came to the area, then came the contemporary apartment blocks, sports facilities, riverside parks, new retail outlets and great travel links. Being in such close proximity to Canary Wharf and the City, Stratford has become a popular destination for young professionals as well as families for the good selection of local schools.
With so many attractions to see in and around Stratford, such as The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Anish Kapoor's Swirling Orbit tower and Zaha Hadid's London Aquatics centre, there is a great community buzz which passes through the area. The Westfields Shopping centre is a well known shopping mall in Stratford, and being one of the largest Urban Malls in Europe, there is a wide array of shops to explore and enjoy.
There was a time when crime rates were high in Stratford but there has certainly been an improvement across the area in recent years. Residents should remain cautious as in any highly populated London location.
There are a few different options for Parking across Stratford which all require a fee, choose from the nearest options of Westfield Stratford City Car Park, Church Street, St Marks Gate and Roman Road.
There is a good selection of Bars and Restaurants across Stratford, residents can also venture out to the nearby hotspot Hackney which provides an even wider choice of nightlife.
Stratford is a great location for families, there are many fun experiences to be had such as, visiting the Olympic buildings which are open to the public where families can enjoy cycling in the velodrome, swimming in the huge pools and even have a go at ice skating. Not to mention the huge Westfield shopping centre which has 250 Shops, 70 Restaurants, a Cinema and Casino to explore.
There are a lot of green spaces for a furry friend to discover in and around Stratford, choose from Hackney Marches Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Drapers Field Recreation Ground and West Ham Park nearby.
A great range of Transport is available to the residents of Stratford, with the Stratford Underground Station providing access to Central and Jubilee Lines, the Westfield Stratford Coach pick up and drop off as well as local Bus routes, a good selection of different modes of transport is provided.