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NOVEL NORTH VS ECLECTIC EAST: TWO LONDON NEIGHBOURHOODS WORTH DISCOVERING London’s magic has always lived in its neighbourhoods. From long-standing industrial hubs reinventing themselves for modern life, to leafy enclaves bursting with culture, food and green space, the capital continues to prove that location is about more than just a postcode. For buyers looking to settle down somewhere that blends character, connectivity and community, locations in the north and east of the city tick all the boxes. Offering two exciting opportunities to choose from, Peabody New Homes invites buyers to explore the east at Dagenham Green and navigate north of the city at North Gate Park
DAGENHAM GREEN – A LEGACY REIMAGINED
Taking centre stage in the heart of Dagenham is the
site of the former iconic Ford Motor Company manufacturing plant. Having played a pivotal role in British social history due to the Ford machinists’ strikes that helped lead the way to the landmark Equal Pay Act of 1970, Dagenham Green honours the site’s rich history and extends its legacy of innovation and progress as it enters a bold new chapter. Culture, community and creativity all spring to mind when dreaming of east London, and Dagenham Green is no exception. With a choice of one, two and three bedroom apartments, Dagenham Green caters to a wide range of aspiring buyers, while a dedicated concierge service, a contemporary co-working space ideal for hybrid working, and a private screening room perfect for movie nights create a lifestyle destination designed with modern Londoners in mind. Establishing a sense of calm in the city, The Green is a five-acre green haven filled with tree-lined groves and wildflower meadows.Whether it’s a morning jog, a weekend picnic or an evening unwind, the power of nature has been
placed right on the doorstep. For slower moments,The Boardwalk offers peaceful strolls alongside wetlands and a shimmering pond, thoughtfully designed to echo the natural beauty of the area as it once stood centuries ago. Connectivity is built into the blueprint. Just a two-minute walk from Dagenham Dock station, residents can reach Fenchurch Street in Zone 1 in only 21 minutes. It’s clear that Dagenham Green isn’t just somewhere to live, it’s somewhere to thrive. NORTH GATE PARK – A NORTH LONDON SANCTUARY Greenery takes centre stage for buyers at North Gate Park. Tucked between some of north London’s most loved green spaces, including Woodberry Wetlands, Alexandra Park and
Walthamstow Wetlands, North Gate Park offers a rare blend of tranquillity and urban energy. With three acres of landscaped communal space, residents can enjoy a true sense of calm in the heart of the city. Mulberry Gardens, restored in partnership with Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, provides a beautifully considered outdoor retreat. Designed around this expansive central garden, the development combines newly built one, two and three bedroom homes curated for modern living with carefully refurbished Victorian buildings, featuring a wellness studio and dedicated concierge service. Step outside your urban sanctuary and you’ll find yourself in one of north London’s most vibrant and culturally rich communities. Less than a mile away, Green Lanes is alive with colour,
character and some of the capital’s best Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, including the much-loved Antepliler. It’s a neighbourhood where food, culture and community collide. Despite its peaceful setting, North Gate Park is exceptionally well connected. From nearby Seven Sisters, King’s Cross is just eight minutes away, while Oxford Circus, Covent Garden and Leicester Square can all be reached in under 20 minutes, whether for work or for weekend adventures. Prices at Dagenham Green start from £81,000 (based on a 30% share of £270,000) and from £96,875 (25% share of £387,500) at North Gate Park. To explore Peabody New Home’s latest range of Shared Ownership homes across the capital, visit peabodynewhomes.co.uk
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