I have lived inn Bethnal Green for some time and never regretted my decision to move here. Every year I fall in love with the area a little bit more. For somewhere so centrally located it has a village feel. Everything is within walking distance. Just across the road is Haggerston park with its tennis courts, BMX track, football pitches and a farm! Victoria park is 15 min walk away where there are regular festivals, boating lake and it is a great place for jogging. The area has much to offer to foodies – personal favourites are The Marksman pub, Laxeiro and Moritos, but there are so many more highly rated places to eat for any wallet.
And then there is the night life with live music, DJs and themed nights in the many great pubs nearby. Check out Star of Bethnal Green and Seabright Arms. For someone looking to go clubbing - Shoreditch is just 20 mins walk away.
For culture – check out Young V&A museum or Geffrye museum both only 10 mins walk away plus numerous art galleries and smaller museums for you to explore nearby. There are also many antique shops, boutiques and world-famous street markets. Broadway market on Saturdays and Columbia Flower Market on Sundays are both a must.