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Barking and Dagenham

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About

Barking and Dagenham is a district in East London, located along the River Thames. It is known for its industrial heritage, with a history of manufacturing and dockyards. The area has a mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces like Barking Park, and commercial zones. Transport links include the District Line and Overground services, connecting it to central London.

The district has undergone regeneration in recent years, with new housing developments and improved infrastructure. It is home to a diverse population, with cultural influences reflected in local shops and eateries. Key landmarks include the historic Barking Abbey and the Broadway Theatre. Despite its urban setting, the area retains pockets of nature, such as the Ripple Nature Reserve.

Area overview

On average Barking and Dagenham has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barking and Dagenham is £45,494 per year. There are 65 schools in Barking and Dagenham: 47 primary (4 Outstanding and 39 Good) and 13 secondary (2 Outstanding and 10 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
104
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
31.2%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Barking and Dagenham Population
218,869
Population density
6,065.8 per km²

Demographics

British
67,550
30.86%
African
35,101
16.04%
Other White
28,498
13.02%
Bangladeshi
22,393
10.23%
Pakistani
15,799
7.22%
Total population: 218,871

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
20,189
27.32%
Social rents from council
18,077
24.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
16,443
22.25%
Owns outright
11,130
15.06%
Other social rented
5,196
7.03%
Total households: 73,902

Property prices in Barking and Dagenham

Based on 1,085 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Barking and Dagenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £975,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£530,000
Flats300£250,000
Semi-Detached102£428,500
Terraced676£390,000

10 years price trend in Barking and Dagenham

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.