Postcode RM8 1LJ is located in a major urban area, within the Whalebone ward of Barking and Dagenham in the London region , and forms part of the Becontree Heath area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 94.7 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Becontree Heath is £48,100 per year. The nearest station is Chadwell Heath located about 0.9 miles away. There are 9 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area.
Becontree Heath has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 11,855 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 36% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree Heath has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 94.7 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 5.8% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 25.1% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Becontree Heath is £48,100 per year.
Medium noise level (60.0-64.9 dB) from road, approximately 300 ft away from RM8 1LJ.
Becontree Heath near RM8 1LJ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £397,500 in Whalebone area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £560,000.
Price per property type (last year)
Price per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 16 | £238,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 5 | £406,000 |
| Terraced | 57 | £425,000 |
10 years price trend in Whalebone
In the RM8 1LJ postcode area, located within Becontree Heath, there are 9 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Name | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | The Three Travellers | Wood Lane, Dagenham, RM10 7DS | |
| 0.3 mi | Beacon Tree | Fordyke Road, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 1PH |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.