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Rainham East & Wennington

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About

Rainham East & Wennington is a residential area in the London Borough of Havering, located near the River Thames. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. Green spaces like Wennington Wood and Rainham Marshes provide natural retreats, with the latter being a designated nature reserve. The area has good transport links, with Rainham station offering c2c rail services to central London and Essex.

Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. Industrial estates along the eastern edge contribute to the local economy, while the nearby A13 provides road connections. The area retains a semi-rural feel in parts, with open fields and marshland contrasting with more built-up sections. Historical landmarks, such as St. Helen's Church, add to the area's identity. Rainham East & Wennington offers a balance of suburban living and access to nature.

Area overview

On average Rainham East & Wennington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 88 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rainham East & Wennington is £51,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Rainham East & Wennington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
88
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
2/10

Area Profile

Rainham East & Wennington Population
6,830
Population density
486.3 per km²

Demographics

British
5,012
73.35%
African
432
6.32%
Other White
312
4.57%
Indian
206
3.01%
Pakistani
154
2.25%
Total population: 6,833

Housing

Owns outright
1,244
47.39%
Owns with a mortgage
952
36.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
255
9.71%
Other social rented
88
3.35%
Social rents from council
40
1.52%
Total households: 2,625

Property prices in Rainham East & Wennington

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Rainham East & Wennington area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £1,075,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached14£537,500
Flats9£260,000
Semi-Detached34£455,000
Terraced17£431,000

10 years price trend in Rainham East & Wennington

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Data Sources

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