Postcode RM8 2JD 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 West area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Becontree West is £65,839 per year. The nearest station is Becontree located about 0.9 miles away. There are 15 primary and 2 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Mayesbrook Park.
Becontree West has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 5,303 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 16% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree West has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 58.4 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 51.4% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 34.6% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Becontree West is £65,839 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near RM8 2JD.
Becontree West near RM8 2JD 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 0.9 miles away. There are 2 stations nearby.
| Distance | Zone | Name | Lines | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 mi | 5 | Becontree | District | Walking directions to Becontree |
| 1 mi | 4 | Upney | District | Walking directions to Upney |
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Mayesbrook Park | Large | Walking directions to Mayesbrook Park |
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 2JD postcode area, located within Becontree West, there are 15 primary and 2 secondary schools in close proximity.
3 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of RM8 2JD
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Lidl | 807-829 Longbridge Road, Dagenham, RM8 2DB | Walking directions to Lidl |
| 0.3 mi | Newz & Booze | Lodge Avenue, Redbridge, IG11 9BZ | Walking directions to Newz & Booze |
| 0.4 mi | Premier Shop | Becontree Avenue, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2UL | Walking directions to Premier Shop |
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 2JD, 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.