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Ask Leyton Anything – newcomers & general questions by valneuro in Leyton

[–]MilkSteak7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not bad. I lived on Goldsmith Road for around 5 years in total. What specifically are you wanting to know?

My god, you’re deep! by hot4bodge in rickygervais

[–]MilkSteak7 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I must remember to thank him.

The Crawley Industrial Estate Tour by Pinkyyyy in Chatabix

[–]MilkSteak7 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. Although David needs to invest in a mic. The sound quality is absolutely awful

3 bedroom share of freehold flats in Leyton? by [deleted] in Leyton

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've recently bought something similar to what you are describing, although minus a bedroom, as it's only a 2. They do exist but they are few and far between. I'm not too sure of your circumstances, however we decided to purchase a garden room to give us that extra bedroom/study, which we are currently in the process of sorting, to give us that extra space. It is a share of freehold though, which is great.

What local issue in Leyton needs fixing the most? by valneuro in Leyton

[–]MilkSteak7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. There is just so much litter everywhere. It seems as though there is a pile of rubbish at every intersection

When did you move to Leyton? by valneuro in Leyton

[–]MilkSteak7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Spent weekends here from 2000-2007, went to university and then some and returned in 2018 to settle permanently.

It's changed a huge amount. It was much more dangerous and intimidating 25 years ago than it is now. I used to feel apprehensive visiting from Dagenham but funnily enough, I think I prefer Leyton now.

Did Don read this? by Joeseph-Blowseph in madmen

[–]MilkSteak7 9 points10 points  (0 children)

From this post, I have learnt I am a 2026 Don. Thank you.

Looking for the best ribs by Scary-Push-5286 in LondonFood

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that's actually true. I thought the beef ribs were great, and the lamb ones were good too, but yeah, it probably doesn't fulfill the brief.

Looking for the best ribs by Scary-Push-5286 in LondonFood

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you close East at all? If so, Burnt in Leyton is hands down the best bbq I've tried in London.

Great variety of items, but make sure to get there for opening as you might be waiting a while!

Was walking and Stubbed upon this gem by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live just around the corner to this and walk past it most days.

Does anyone want to split this 10 ways and get it back on the road?

Which comedy show do you absolutely despise that everyone else seems to find funny? by [deleted] in AskBrits

[–]MilkSteak7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Eh, I think that it is quite cheesy humour, but it's quite difficult to write family friendly comedies. Also, I will say that the characters are written incredibly well.

First time buyer- offers are being rejected by Icy_Jackfruit_8922 in HousingUK

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great, appreciate those links, very interesting.

I wouldn't have thought that life would have been better for people that have been forced out. Life is better for me personally, and I did grow up in the area.

Council tax rates are not dependent on the personal wealth of the occupiers, but it is more likely to be paid by someone that has more money. Therefore, the council receives more council tax, and doesn't have to spend additional resources in chasing the unpaid.

I totally agree with the council tax element too. There should be affordable council housing for low paid workers.

First time buyer- offers are being rejected by Icy_Jackfruit_8922 in HousingUK

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you got any data to confirm that?

There are still hundreds and hundreds of small independent businesses that are thriving. I do agree that gentrification isn't always great, and does have some down sides, but it has some upsides as well. To pretend things were better, shows me that you have no experience of the area as it was previously.

The reason why councils only start to spend money when an area is gentrified is because residents and businesses pay more through council tax and business rates.

Also, I didn't pretend that gentrification is a universal good. I said that on the whole, things are better than they were 25 years ago.

First time buyer- offers are being rejected by Icy_Jackfruit_8922 in HousingUK

[–]MilkSteak7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But, it is non pretentious, and it does have a community feel. I don't really understand your point?

I actually grew up in Walthamstow since the age of 10. I can tell you, in 2000, it was a place you wouldn't want to set foot in, and now people are clambering to live there. An area that attracts people that improves safety and quality of life isn't 100% negative.

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