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Mayesbrook

England / London / Barking and Dagenham / Mayesbrook

About

Mayesbrook ward is located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, covering an area in the southern part of the borough. It is bordered by the River Roding to the west and includes parts of Becontree and Dagenham. The ward is named after Mayesbrook Park, a key green space featuring sports facilities, playgrounds, and walking paths. Residential areas consist mainly of terraced and semi-detached houses, with some low-rise flats.

The ward has good transport links, with Becontree Underground station serving the District line. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centers. Mayesbrook Park is a focal point for recreation, hosting events and activities. The area has a mix of housing types, with some newer developments alongside older properties. Industrial zones are found along the eastern edges, providing employment opportunities. The ward is part of the larger Becontree estate, one of the largest public housing developments in the UK.

Area overview

On average Mayesbrook has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mayesbrook is £44,334 per year. There are 4 schools in Mayesbrook: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
79
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
37.1%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Mayesbrook Population
15,922
Population density
9,479.6 per km²

Demographics

British
5,191
32.6%
African
2,761
17.34%
Other White
2,565
16.11%
Bangladeshi
1,138
7.15%
Pakistani
899
5.65%
Total population: 15,921

Housing

Social rents from council
1,482
27.33%
Owns with a mortgage
1,327
24.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,241
22.89%
Owns outright
637
11.75%
Other social rented
551
10.16%
Total households: 5,422

Property prices in Mayesbrook

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £359,000 in Mayesbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £580,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£375,000
Flats19£249,995
Semi-Detached5£385,000
Terraced53£375,000

10 years price trend in Mayesbrook

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Data Sources

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