Estate agents tip Plaistow as the 'next Hackney' for 2026 property investment

Created Nov 13, 2026 • AI-generated summary

Metro article (published 13 November 2026; a version first published 15 January 2026) reporting that estate agent Nathan Khider of Nathan K Real Estate named Plaistow, East London the top 'surprising' location worth investing in for 2026, tipping it as the next Hackney. Rightmove figures cited: Plaistow average price £402,185 over the past year, Hackney £684,242, London average £655,370. Includes local resident Terri Bloore's account of gentrification and amenities, plus Hackney gentrification context (prices up 833% 1995–2020; Hackney Council study finding 45% felt the borough more unequal). Membership limited to coverage of this specific Plaistow 'next Hackney' investment tip / Metro feature.