Neighbourhoods

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The Royal Docks is best explored one neighbourhood at a time. Each offers its own mix of history, culture, community and character. Start exploring and discover what makes each one unique.

Discover the six neighbourhoods

Royal Albert Dock and Albert Island is a large and dynamic area set along the north and east side of Royal Albert Dock. It is home to major institutions including the University of East London, London Design and Engineering University Technical College, Newham Council’s main offices and the recently opened Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability.

An established and vibrant neighbourhood, Canning Town & Custom House forms a key gateway to the Royal Docks. Set against the striking backdrop of Canary Wharf, it boasts direct links to both the City and Stratford via the Elizabeth and Jubilee Lines.

North Woolwich is a part residential, part industrial neighbourhood which sits between the river Thames and Royal Albert Dock. The area is rich and diverse and retains an industrial character intertwined with the history of the Royal Docks, with the large Tate & Lyle refinery dominating the landscape.

Home to City Hall, the IFS Cloud Cable Car, Expressway, and Good Hotel - Royal Victoria and West Silvertown enjoys riverside views towards the O2, Canary Wharf and the City.

Silvertown is one of the most distinctive and historic parts of the Royal Docks and is on the cusp of revival as a new waterside destination for London, with a growing residential community.

Beckton was once the largest gasworks in Europe. Currently a derelict side at Gallions Reach, it sits within the Royal Docks and Beckton Riverside Opportunity Area, and has been allocated for major residential-led, mixed-use redevelopment.

Meet the Dockers

The Royal Docks is being rejuvenated by many: Local residents, communities, businesses, landowners and government are all working in partnership to drive change across the area.

Building on a history of civic engagement, the Mayor of London and the Mayor of Newham want to ensure that the diverse community has an equal stake in the regeneration process. Investing in the ideas and talent of local people – especially young people – is key to bringing a new energy to the space, with opportunities for training, employment and creative participation.

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