Estate & Letting Agents In Plaistow

There are many excellent schools in Plaistow, including Plaistow Primary, Kaizen Primary, and Curwen Primary. In terms of secondary schools, there is St Bonaventure’s RC School, Brampton Manor Academy and Lister Community School. Take a look at our list of providers and their locations below – if you want to find out more, then take a look at this section on the local council website.

Primary Schools:

• Plaistow Primary School (Ages 3-11, mixed gender) – E13 9DQ
• Portway Primary School (Ages 2-11, mixed gender) – E13 0JW
• Selwyn Primary School (Ages 3-11, mixed gender) – E13 0ES

Secondary Schools:

• Lister Community School (Ages 11-16, mixed gender) – E13 9AE
• Plashet School (Ages 11-16, girls only) – E6 1DG
• Little Ilford School (Ages 11-16, mixed gender) – E12 6JB

Independent Schools:

• Grangewood Independent School (Ages not specified, coeducational) – Postcode not provided
• Kings Kids Christian School (Ages not specified, mixed gender) – SE14 6EU
• Frobel Independent School (Ages 11-16, mixed gender) – IG11 8TG

So many ways to get around! You won’t be short on options for travel in Plaistow. It is easy to get anywhere you need to go using any of the methods listed below…

By Road…Plaistow benefits from excellent road links, providing easy access to major routes in and out of London. The A13, a major trunk road, runs through Plaistow, connecting it to the M25 motorway and the Dartford Crossing, providing easy access to Essex and Kent. The A112 also runs through Plaistow, connecting it to Stratford and the City of London.

By Bus…Plaistow is well-served by numerous bus routes, providing frequent and convenient connections to surrounding areas, including Stratford, Canning Town, and East Ham. These bus services offer easy access to various destinations within and outside of London.

By Train…Plaistow Underground Station is on the District and Hammersmith & City lines, providing direct access to central London, as well as destinations in west and north-west London. The station is also served by the National Rail service, providing connections to destinations outside of London, including Tilbury, Southend-on-Sea, and Grays.

By Tube…Plaistow Underground Station is on the District and Hammersmith & City lines, providing direct access to central London, as well as destinations in west and north-west London. The station is also served by the National Rail service, providing connections to destinations outside of London, including Tilbury, Southend-on-Sea, and Grays.

By Bike…Plaistow offers various cycling routes, including the Greenway, a 4.3-mile (6.9 km) traffic-free path that runs through the area, connecting it to Stratford, Beckton, and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The area also has several cycle lanes and paths, providing safe and convenient routes for cyclists.

By Plane…The nearest airport to Plaistow is London City Airport (LCY), located approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) to the west. The airport offers domestic and international flights to various destinations.

For more information about the transport options in Plaistow, take a look here.

Barking Road offers good basic shopping facilities. Westfield Stratford, the largest shopping centre in Europe, is within easy reach. There are over 250 high street and boutique shops as well as a cinema and restaurants.

Nearby Queen’s Market is a large covered market selling an impressive range of fruit, vegetables, meat and fish, plus clothes, fabric, and more.

Streets to explore

• High Street: The main shopping street in Plaistow offers plenty of shops, including supermarkets and little, independently run businesses too.
• Green Street: Another of Plaistow’s busier streets, with a mix of shops that includes multicultural grocery shops, fashion boutiques, and places to eat.
• Stratford Shopping Centre: This large mall houses over 60 shops and can be found nearby in Stratford, twith offerings that include Barclays, CEX, Boots, Pure Gym, McDonalds (E15 1NG).

Leisure options

• Newham Leisure Centre: A large leisure centre containing a swimming pool, gym, classes for fitness and more. (E13 8SD)
• Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park: A very large park located nearby in Stratford and formed for the 2012 Olympics, it offers multiple attractions aside from its greenery, including the ArcelorMittal Orbit, the London Aquatics Centre, and the Lee Valley VeloPark – and more. (E20 2ST)

Parks near Plaistow

• Plaistow Park: A sizeable park in the heart of Plaistow, and surrounded by numerous shops and other facilities, including a playground, outdoor gym, tennis courts and a bowling green.
• West Ham Park: Another large park located close by in West Ham. You’ll find a lake, bandstand, and even a children’s zoo! (E7 9PU)
• Greenway: A 4.3-mile (6.9 km) traffic-free path that runs through the area, connecting it to Stratford, Beckton, and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Places to Eat & Drink:

• The Black Lion: A sizeable traditional pub offering a variety of beers, wines, and good old pub food. (E13 0AD)
• The Greyhound: A modern gastropub offering a variety of dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. (E13 0AJ)

Newham City Farm is one of London’s largest and oldest city farms and makes an excellent family day out. Find farmyard favourites and more unusual animals, including alpacas and birds of prey.

Plaistow Park is an attractive green space with ornamental gardens and a fountain. There is a children’s play park and paths which are great for outdoor running.

The Balaam Leisure Centre has a 25-metre pool, a gym and a studio with a full exercise programme.