Postcode RM8 2EQ is located in a major urban area, within the Mayesbrook ward of Barking and Dagenham in the London region, and forms part of the Becontree South area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70.5 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Becontree South is £60,785 per year. The nearest station is Becontree located about 0.4 miles away. There are 15 primary and 4 secondary schools in the area.
Becontree South has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 5,870 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 18% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree South has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 70.5 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 42.5% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 37.1% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Becontree South is £60,785 per year.
High noise level (70.0-74.9 dB) from road, approximately 1 ft away from RM8 2EQ.
Becontree South near RM8 2EQ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
The nearest station is Becontree located about 0.4 miles away. There are 1 stations nearby.
| Distance | Zone | Name | Lines | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | 5 | Becontree | District | Walking directions to Becontree |
Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Mayesbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £555,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1 | £375,000 |
| Flats | 21 | £230,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 9 | £480,000 |
| Terraced | 57 | £390,000 |
10 year median price trend in Mayesbrook
In the RM8 2EQ postcode area, located within Becontree South, there are 15 primary and 4 secondary schools in close proximity.
4 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of RM8 2EQ
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mi | Co-op Food | 455-459 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM9 4ND | Walking directions to Co-op Food |
| 0.5 mi | Budgens | Woodward Road, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 4SH | Walking directions to Budgens |
| 0.5 mi | Newsmaster | 461 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM9 4ND | Walking directions to Newsmaster |
| 0.5 mi | Bob Food Express | 284 Lodge Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 2HF | Walking directions to Bob Food Express |
Annual council tax rates for Barking and Dagenham district (2025-26).
Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.
Elected local representatives for RM8 2EQ, including ward councillors and the local member of parliament.
Faiza Noreen
Mayesbrook - Elected 7 May 2026
Kashif Haroon
Mayesbrook - Elected 7 May 2026
Shamsul Azam
Mayesbrook - Elected 7 May 2026
Nesil Caliskan
Barking - Elected 4 Jul 2024
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.