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Marks Gate

England / London / Barking and Dagenham / Marks Gate

About

Marks Gate is a residential area located in the northeastern part of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. It is bordered by Chadwell Heath to the north and Becontree to the south. The area consists mainly of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, flats, and low-rise apartment blocks. Green spaces like Marks Gate Park provide recreational areas for residents.

The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and community centers. Public transport links include bus routes connecting Marks Gate to nearby areas such as Romford and Ilford. The neighborhood has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family living. Industrial zones are located on the outskirts, offering employment opportunities. Marks Gate retains a strong sense of community, with local events often held in shared spaces.

Area overview

On average Marks Gate has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Marks Gate is £43,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Marks Gate: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
38.9%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Marks Gate Population
8,281
Population density
3,831 per km²

Demographics

British
3,014
36.39%
African
1,196
14.44%
Other White
905
10.93%
Bangladeshi
623
7.52%
Pakistani
541
6.53%
Total population: 8,282

Housing

Social rents from council
921
32.09%
Owns with a mortgage
729
25.4%
Owns outright
507
17.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
380
13.24%
Other social rented
278
9.69%
Total households: 2,870

Property prices in Marks Gate

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in Marks Gate area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £530,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats14£235,000
Semi-Detached10£450,000
Terraced23£405,000

10 years price trend in Marks Gate

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Data Sources

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