Canada Water area guide

A scenic waterside neighbourhood in the docklands of South East London, Canada Water gets its name from the nearby freshwater lake and wildlife refuge. The Canada Docks, which used to receive ships from Canada, became derelict in the 1980s. Currently, the SE16 postcode is at the heart of the 15-year Canada Water Regeneration Masterplan, including thousands of net-zero carbon homes, sustainable workplaces and new leisure centres. Surrounded by beautiful Rotherhithe parks and historic landmarks, this Zone 2 area is sought-after by students, professionals and families looking to rent or put down roots in a commute-friendly London neighbourhood.

Famous for its stylish, modern apartments, Canada Water has many new developments, like The Founding, which offer panoramic dockland views from their double—and triple-aspect windows. Many of the latest developments in the area also provide upscale amenities like concierge services, gyms, coworking spaces and more.

As part of a vibrant Southwark district, Canada Water residents enjoy access to many popular bars, restaurants and cafes south of the Thames. The adjacent Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, with over 40 stores, is a popular shopping and dining venue among residents.

For easy transportation, residents can take the Tube from Canada Water Underground Station on the Jubilee Line and reach Bond Street in less than 15 minutes. The station is an interchange and also provides Overground connectivity via the Windrush Line to popular areas like Shoreditch and Whitechapel in less than 10 minutes.