Stratford vs Hackney Wick
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Stratford scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Hackney Wick.
Rent comparison
Stratford
NewhamHackney Wickwinner
HackneyStratford is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Stratford
Olympic legacy regen — high-rises, the largest urban park in Europe, and probably the best-connected station in London.
- ✓Six rail/tube services
- ✓Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- ✓Strong gym/leisure infrastructure
- →Feels corporate in places
- →Limited independent food scene
- →Westfield-centric
Hackney Wick
Canals, studios, breweries, and Olympic Park access, with a creative feel and improving transport.
- ✓Excellent canal and park access
- ✓Creative venues and breweries
- ✓Young social crowd
- →Overground-led commute
- →Patchy late-night transport
- →New-build pricing has risen
Frequently asked questions
Is Stratford or Hackney Wick better to live in?
Stratford scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Hackney Wick.
Is Stratford cheaper than Hackney Wick?
Hackney Wick is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,600 in Stratford, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Stratford or Hackney Wick?
Stratford scores higher for transport (10/10 vs 6/10). Stratford is served by Stratford. Hackney Wick is served by Hackney Wick.
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