Plaistow

Plaistow is a Zone 3 station on the District and Hammersmith & City lines in Newham, east London. The station sits between Upton Park and West Ham on Barking Road — a busy commercial strip serving one of London's most diverse communities. The area is primarily residential, with a strong South Asian and West African presence and affordable local food on Barking Road and the surrounding streets.

Station Overview

Plaistow opened in 1902. Zone 3. District and Hammersmith & City lines. No step-free access — West Ham (one stop west) has step-free access and DLR/Jubilee interchange.

Nearby Attractions

Barking Road — The local high street with diverse food, shops and markets reflecting Newham's multicultural community.

West Ham — One stop west. Interchange with DLR and Jubilee line. Also near the former West Ham United area.

Travel Tips

• West Ham (one stop west) provides step-free access and connects to the Jubilee line and DLR for Stratford and Canary Wharf
• Upton Park (one stop east) is the gateway to Green Street's South Asian market and restaurants

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Standard Underground hours. Barking Road is busiest at weekends with market activity.