London has long been home to the capital 's working , creative and criminal classes . west London is one of London 's most ethnically diverse -- and poor -- areas . Many doubt the the Olympic stadium will bring long-term benefits to east Britain .
East London has long been home to the capital 's working , creative and criminal classes . The East End is one of Britain 's most ethnically diverse -- and poor -- areas . Many doubt the Olympics will bring long-term benefits to east London .