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Life in Havering

Wondering what makes Havering such an appealing part of London to live in? Or maybe you’re planning a move to Havering and want to know more? Our local guide gives you the full picture — from open parks and community schools to shops, restaurants, pubs, and excellent transport links. Havering has built a reputation for its welcoming feel, attractive streets, and vibrant mix of people. It’s a part of London where neighbours connect, families settle with ease, and young professionals enjoy the perfect mix of convenience and character. Whether your goal is to buy your first property, rent a modern apartment, or make a smart investment, Havering offers something for everyone. With a blend of historic homes, stylish new builds, and constant demand from Londoners who want both lifestyle and location, it’s easy to see why Havering is in such high demand. Blending heritage with modern living, Havering delivers a lifestyle that’s both authentic and contemporary. Choosing to live in Havering isn’t just about a postcode — it’s about being part of a thriving London community.

Things to do in Havering

Explore the highlights, hidden spots, and must-visit places across Havering

Exchange Ilford

4.1 High Road, Ilford

Gallions Reach Shopping Park

4.3 3 Armada Way, London

The Brewery

4.2 brewery walk, 10 Waterloo Road, Romford

The Liberty Shopping Centre

4.2 11 Western Road, Romford

What’s daily life like in Havering?

Choosing to live in Havering means enjoying the best of London without giving up community spirit. From leafy parks and family-friendly schools to cosy pubs and independent businesses, Havering delivers something for every stage of life. With reliable transport links and a lively, close-knit community, Havering keeps growing as one of London’s most attractive options. People don’t just move to Havering for a home — they move here to be part of a neighbourhood.

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More about Havering

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London Borough of Havering

The London Borough of Havering in East London, England, forms part of Outer London. It has a population of 259,552 inhabitants; the principal town is Romford, while other communities include Hornchurch, Upminster, Collier Row and Rainham. The borough is mainly suburban, with large areas of protected open space. Romford is a major retail and night time entertainment centre, and to the south the borough extends into the London Riverside redevelopment area of the Thames Gateway. The name Havering is a reference to the Royal Liberty of Havering which occupied the area for several centuries. The local authority is Havering London Borough Council. It is the easternmost London borough.

Havering-atte-Bower

Havering-atte-Bower is a village in Greater London, England, in the far north of the London Borough of Havering. The village lies 15 miles (24 km) northeast of Charing Cross. It was one of three former parishes whose area comprised the historic Royal Liberty of Havering.

Rainham, London

Rainham is a suburb of East London, England, in the London Borough of Havering. Historically an ancient parish in the county of Essex, Rainham is 13.6 miles (21.9 km) east of Charing Cross and is surrounded by a residential area, which has grown from the historic village, to the north and a commercial area, fronting the River Thames, to the south. As part of the suburban growth of London in the 20th century, Rainham significantly expanded and increased in population, becoming part of Hornchurch Urban District in 1934, and has formed part of Greater London since 1965. The economic history of Rainham is underpinned by a shift from agriculture to industry and manufacture and is now in a period of regeneration, coming within the London Riverside section of the Thames Gateway redevelopment area.

Havering London Borough Council

Havering London Borough Council, also known as Havering Council, is the local authority for the London Borough of Havering in Greater London, England. It is a London borough council, one of 32 in London. The council has been under no overall control since 2014; after the 2022 election, it was run by a coalition of the Havering Residents Association and Labour; since 2024, it has been run solely by the HRA. The council is based at Havering Town Hall in Romford.

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