Postcode RM8 3AJ is located in a major urban area, within the Valence ward of Barking and Dagenham in the London region , and forms part of the Becontree East area. It has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Becontree East is £42,100 per year. The nearest station is Chadwell Heath located about 0.9 miles away. There are 16 primary and 4 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Valence Park.
Becontree East has a very high level of deprivation, ranked at position 3,557 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 11% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree East has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 75.1 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 31.3% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 35.5% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Becontree East is £42,100 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near RM8 3AJ.
Becontree East near RM8 3AJ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Valence area, with individual transactions ranging from £207,500 up to £450,000.
Price per property type (last year)
Price per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 5 | £220,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 11 | £400,000 |
| Terraced | 49 | £380,000 |
10 years price trend in Valence
In the RM8 3AJ postcode area, located within Becontree East, there are 16 primary and 4 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Name | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | The Cherry Tree | Wood Lane, Dagenham, RM8 3LJ | |
| 0.4 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.