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About

Thames View is a residential area in Barking and Dagenham, located along the northern bank of the River Thames. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of low-rise flats and terraced homes. It is bordered by industrial zones to the east and the A13 road to the north, providing connections to central London and Essex. The Thames Path runs through the area, offering walking routes with views of the river.

Local amenities include a few shops, schools, and community centers, though larger retail options are found in nearby Barking town center. Public transport links include bus routes, while the nearest train station is Barking, about 2 miles away. The area has seen some redevelopment in recent years, with new housing projects aimed at improving living conditions. Thames View retains a quiet, suburban feel despite its proximity to industrial sites and major transport routes.

Area overview

On average Thames View has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thames View is £46,100 per year. There are 6 schools in Thames View: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
95
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
44.5%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Thames View Population
8,019
Population density
4,594.6 per km²

Demographics

African
2,333
29.1%
British
1,754
21.88%
Bangladeshi
879
10.96%
Other White
804
10.03%
Pakistani
433
5.4%
Total population: 8,017

Housing

Social rents from council
1,087
40.82%
Owns with a mortgage
603
22.64%
Private landlord or letting agency
482
18.1%
Other social rented
196
7.36%
Owns outright
194
7.29%
Total households: 2,663

Property prices in Thames View

Based on 26 recent sales, the median property price is £272,500 in Thames View area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £550,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats12£225,000
Semi-Detached1£550,000
Terraced13£407,500

10 years price trend in Thames View

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Data Sources

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