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Dagenham Central

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About

Dagenham Central is a residential and commercial hub in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The area is centered around Dagenham Heathway, a busy shopping street with a mix of independent retailers, supermarkets, and chain stores. Public transport links include the District line tube station, providing direct access to central London. Housing consists largely of mid-20th-century terraced homes and post-war estates, with some newer developments.

The area has several green spaces, including Valence Park and Central Park, offering recreational facilities. Educational institutions like Dagenham Park Church of England School serve the local community. Industrial zones to the east provide employment opportunities, while the nearby A13 road connects the area to wider London. Dagenham Central retains a strong sense of community, with regular markets and events at the Heathway Shopping Centre.

Area overview

On average Dagenham Central has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dagenham Central is £42,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Dagenham Central: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

106

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

34.6%

Connectivity

6/10

Property prices in Dagenham Central

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Dagenham Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £565,000.

By property type (last year):

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	3	£200,000	£182,900	£190,500	£210,000	£218,000
Semi-Detached	2	£422,500	£415,750	£418,750	£426,250	£429,250
Terraced	42	£381,000	£273,500	£360,000	£408,750	£449,500

10 years price trend in Dagenham Central

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail