Hackney Wick, Stratford

Delivery of a high quality PBSA scheme in a vibrant student district

The Hackney Wick development will provide 204 high-quality student beds, 35% of which will be affordable accommodation, plus generous amenities including modern co-working study spaces, common rooms and an outdoor roof terrace.

Key Figures

  • 204

    Student Bed Spaces

  • 35%

    Affordable Accommodation

  • 1400sqm

    Affordable & Incubator Workspace

Delivering high-quality, affordable student housing in the heart of Hackney.

Set on the grounds of the former Broadwood piano factory, the Hackney Wick development will preserve and incorporate the site’s historic brick chimney, originally built in 1902.

Neighbouring the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the site is a 15-minute walk to University Arts London and UCL East. The area is a vibrant student hotspot, offering a mix of bars and restaurants, with Westfield Stratford nearby.

In line with the London Plan, 51% of the student accommodation, including the affordable rooms, will be nominated to a London university partner. The remaining beds will be available for direct let to students.

1,400 sq m of affordable and incubator workspace will be created alongside community interest groups, to support local businesses and entrepreneurs.

WHO’S INVOLVED

Marcus Weeks

Director, Head of Living Click to show details

Responsible for driving forward opportunities in the residential markets, Marcus leads the Firethorn Living team, sourcing acquisitions and executing development activity across the UK.

Flora McDougall

Senior Associate, Living Click to show details

Responsible for driving growth opportunities for Firethorn Living, Flora ensures each development is delivered to the highest standard and leaves a positive impact for residents, the local community, and the environment.

Marcus Allen

Associate, Development Manager Click to show details

Supporting the development team, Marcus manages the full development lifecycle to ensure assets are delivered on time and executed to a high standard.

Eleanor Musgrove

Associate, Development Manager Click to show details

Supporting the development team, Eleanor manages the delivery of both living and logistics assets, ensuring a high quality of execution from construction to completion.