Dyson Road, Upper Leytonstone, London, E11

Located in sought-after Upper Leytonstone, just a leisurely stroll from Hollow Pond, and with commuter links from Leytonstone Tube, this spacious and bright Edwardian house features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living spaces set over three floors and a storage basement. Outside, it benefits from off-street parking to the front and a private rear garden ripe for landscaping.

The property is currently a well-cared-for blank canvas with modern bathrooms and a large, functional kitchen, and has endless potential for someone who will appreciate the generous proportions and light-filled spaces on offer. With a few cosmetic upgrades, it could easily be transformed into a stunning family home on a quiet street near excellent schools and Leytonstone’s bustling town centre.

STEP INSIDE

Arriving at the house, you’ll find parking for one car on a driveway framed by low brick walls and a terracotta tiled path. The full-height gable end bay window is a lovely feature, while glazed double doors and windows create a convenient enclosed porch for removing coats and shoes.

From here, a traditional panelled front door, finished in a bold red with glass panels and a transom, opens into the spot-lit hallway. With high ceilings, it’s a great size, while beneath the carpeted staircase ahead, stairs descend to a spacious storage basement.

The wood-effect laminate flooring runs throughout the ground floor, including in the fabulously proportioned living room to your right. This is a lovely and sunny space, with light flooding in from the huge square bay window to the front, which features grey roller blinds, obscured lower panes for privacy, and a wide radiator beneath. A central pendant and LED downlights also illuminate the room, while alcoves on either side of the chimney breast could easily be fitted with shelves and cupboards.

Behind the living room, you’ll find a second reception, which could be used as a family room, office, or dining room. Here, a tall glazed door beside a chimney breast with a recessed brick fireplace opens to the side patio and the garden.

Beyond lies a huge open-plan dining kitchen, brightened by a plethora of ceiling spots, a side window, and French doors to the garden. Warmed by two radiators, the kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of wooden cabinetry with a grey tiled splashback facing a large, matching central island bar. Integrated appliances include a double oven with a gas hob and extractor hood, a 1.5-bowl stainless-steel sink, additionally there is a freestanding Hotpoint American-style fridge-freezer.

Between the rear reception and kitchen, you’ll also find a useful utility with a sink, extra storage, and space for two laundry appliances. This leads to a cloakroom WC, complete with a loo and sink, and a side window for natural light. There is also access from here into the side return, leading out to the garden.

From the hallway, a carpeted staircase with white-painted spindles rises to a split-level landing. The laminate flooring and white walls continue in all four bedrooms, which are lit by pendants and warmed by radiators.

Drenched with light from a large square bay, the spacious front double adjoins a single bedroom brightened by a tall window. You’ll also find another large double, which overlooks the side return via a big awning window.

In the well-proportioned double bedroom at the back of the house, French doors and a side window pull a fresh breeze through in the summer and ensure a year-round cheerful atmosphere. It also benefits from a part-tiled, modern en suite shower room, so it could be used as a master suite as an alternative to the one on the top floor.

Meanwhile, the other three bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. Warmed by a stylish heated towel rail, it contains modern white sanitaryware, a large bath with a glass-screened shower above, and a white tiled splashback.

Back on the landing, a matching carpeted staircase with a storage space beneath leads to the spot-lit top-floor suite. In the oversized double bedroom, a wide picture window pairs with a skylight to frame the rooftop views, while a cupboard in the eaves offers practical storage. You’ll also find space for a freestanding wardrobe and a nook for a desk – perfect for home working. The adjoining en suite is lined with white tiles to complement the modern sanitaryware and a chrome-edged shower enclosure with a handheld attachment and a stylish arched showerhead.

OUTDOORS

Open the French doors in the kitchen to discover the garden. Extending to 42 feet, it’s fully enclosed, and with a little work, could become an idyllic oasis from urban life. The lower terrace will be a particularly pleasant spot for a quiet morning brew, while the shed in the corner offers useful storage for outdoor supplies and gardening equipment. Follow the patio around to the side of the house for direct access to the family room and utility. 

GETTING AROUND

Dyson Road occupies a convenient spot in Upper Leytonstone, about a 15-minute walk from Leytonstone Underground (Central line – 24 hours at weekends) and around 20 minutes from Leyton Midland Road station. Alternatively, hop onto the A12 and head down to Stratford to shop and enjoy sporting events and concerts at the London Stadium. From there, you can continue to Canary Wharf or take the A11 into the heart of the city. The property is also only a seven-minute walk from local bus stops, serving Hackney, the Olympic Park, and Walthamstow.

IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

The town centre is also close by, where you’ll find local favourites on the High Road, such as The Red Lion pub, Wild Goose Bakery, Panda Dim Sum, Yard Sale Pizza, and plenty more.

Our local sellers often recommend Out of the Woods or Perky Blenders for great coffee and brunch; The North Star, Filly Brook, or the Heathcote & Star for drinks; Homies On Donkeys for Mexican fare; Yardarm for wine; and Bocca Bocca for delicious pizza; as well as Gail’s Bakery, The Ginger Pig and Harvey’s greengrocers in nearby Wanstead.

Other local favourites include Nirvana Brewery and Decanteur for drinks, Burnt Smokehouse, the bar and restaurant at the Sir Alfred Hitchcock Hotel, San Marino Café for great breakfasts, Fitness Hub Leytonstone for community-based exercise classes, the friendly local newsagents for essentials, Primrose Florists for flowers and plants, and Noted Eel and Pie House.

Some fantastic open green spaces within walking distance include Hollow Pond (nine minutes) and Henry Reynolds Gardens (15 minutes), with Wanstead Flats and Park beyond. The Glades area of woodland is a few minutes’ walk away and is lovely for a stroll.

SCHOOLS

Barclay Primary School (rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted) is a 15-minute walk away. You can also reach ‘Good’ schools such as Gwyn Jones Primary in just nine minutes, Leyton Sixth Form in 15 minutes, or Leytonstone School in just four. Noah's Ark Community Preschool is also only moments down the road.