Mercury House is a private new-build apartment block at St. Luke's Square, Canning Town, London E16 1FF. Unlike the purpose-built halls covered elsewhere on this site, Mercury House is let as private two-bedroom flats rather than managed as a branded student scheme, which makes it a genuinely different kind of option worth understanding before you consider it. It sits a 2- to 3-minute walk from Canning Town station, giving fast Jubilee line and DLR access into Canary Wharf, the City, and Liverpool Street. This guide covers what Mercury House actually offers, the location, what's included, the honest picture, and who it suits.
Mercury House, London
| Item | Details |
| Address | St Luke's Square, Canning Town, London E16 1FF |
| Type | Private two-bedroom apartments (not a managed student hall) |
| Build | New build, high interior specification |
| Walk to Canning Town station | About 2 to 3 minutes (Jubilee line & DLR) |
| Distance to Canary Wharf | About 10 minutes by tube |
| Guide rent | From around £325 per week for the two-bedroom apartment |
| Typical setup | Two double bedrooms (one en-suite), separate luxury bathroom, open-plan kitchen and living room with balcony |
The rooms and prices
Mercury House apartments are genuinely well-specified two-bedroom flats, with a reception and dining room opening onto a private decked balcony; an open-plan fitted kitchen with granite worktops and integrated appliances, including a dishwasher and washer/dryer; two good-sized double bedrooms, one with its own en-suite shower room; and a further luxury three-piece bathroom suite. Interior finishes run to wood laminate flooring in the hallway and reception, tiled flooring in the kitchen, and video entry-phone security. Guide rent is around £325 per week for the apartment, with a deposit typically equivalent to five weeks' rent held under a government-backed tenancy deposit scheme. Since this is a private letting rather than a per-room hall contract, confirm directly with the agent whether the flat is let as a whole or per room and what the arrangement is if you're sharing with a flatmate.
Location and getting around
Mercury House sits at St. Luke's Square in Canning Town, a genuinely fast-improving pocket of East London with excellent transport links. Canning Town station is a 2 to 3-minute walk, putting you on the Jubilee line and DLR with a roughly 10-minute journey into Canary Wharf and quick onward connections to Liverpool Street and the City. This makes Mercury House a realistic option for students at universities across East and Central London who want strong transport links over a campus-adjacent postcode. Secure parking is available at Mercury House for an additional cost, useful if you're driving. My tip: Canning Town's regeneration means new shops, cafes, and amenities are opening steadily, so it's worth checking what's currently open nearby rather than relying on older reviews.
Amenities
- Private decked balcony
- Open-plan kitchen with granite worktops and integrated dishwasher/washer-dryer
- En-suite shower room in one bedroom
- Additional luxury three-piece bathroom
- Video entry-phone security
- Secure parking (additional cost)
The honest picture
Mercury House's genuine strength is a high-specification new-build flat with real private-rental independence, a balcony, and a location that puts Canary Wharf within a 10-minute commute at a rent that's competitive for the area. The honest counterpoint: Because this is a private letting rather than a managed student scheme, there's no on-site student support team, no communal social spaces, and no all-inclusive bill package as standard, so it suits students who specifically want a private-rental experience over the more supported setup of a purpose-built hall. As always, confirm exactly what's included, whether bills are separate, and the room-sharing arrangement directly with the letting agent before committing.
Who Mercury House, London suit?
Strong fit: postgraduates or pairs of students who want a genuine private flat with strong transport links into Canary Wharf and the City; those who value a private balcony and high-spec finish over hall-style communal amenities; students who don't need to be within walking distance of a specific campus.
Weaker fit: first-year undergraduates who want a built-in social scene and on-site support; students who want all-inclusive bills bundled into one simple rent payment.
For managed halls with all-inclusive bills, browse student accommodation in the UK and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
FAQs
Where is Mercury House in London?
Mercury House is at St. Luke's Square, Canning Town, London E16 1FF, a 2 to 3-minute walk from Canning Town station.
Is Mercury House a managed student hall?
No, Mercury House is a private new-build apartment block let as two-bedroom flats, rather than a managed, branded student accommodation scheme.
How much does Mercury House cost?
Guide rent is around £325 per week for the two-bedroom apartment, though confirm current pricing and whether it's let per room or as a whole flat directly with the agent.
What's included at Mercury House?
Flats come with an open-plan kitchen with integrated appliances, a private balcony, one en-suite bedroom, and a further bathroom, though bills are typically arranged separately rather than included in rent.
How far is Mercury House from Canary Wharf?
About a 10-minute journey by Jubilee line or DLR from Canning Town station.
Is Mercury House good for students?
It suits students who want a private, high-spec flat with strong transport links over a managed hall with on-site staff and communal amenities.
