Postcode RM8 1SS 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 North area. It has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Becontree North is £45,400 per year. The nearest station is Chadwell Heath located about 0.2 miles away. There are 14 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area.
Becontree North has a very high level of deprivation, ranked at position 4,866 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 15% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree North has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 95.2 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 22.8% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 30.5% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Becontree North is £45,400 per year.
Low noise level (55.0-59.9 dB) from rail, approximately 263 ft away from RM8 1SS.
Becontree North near RM8 1SS has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £392,500 in Whalebone area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £560,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 14 | £238,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 6 | £362,500 |
| Terraced | 52 | £415,000 |
10 years price trend in Whalebone
In the RM8 1SS postcode area, located within Becontree North, there are 14 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Phase | Name | Type | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Primary | Henry Green Primary School | Community school | Good | |
| 0.4 mi | Secondary | Mayfield School | Foundation school | Good | |
| 0.5 mi | Primary | Chadwell Primary School | Community school | Good |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.