Postcode RM8 3DL 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 Heath area. It has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 45.5 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 1.0 miles away. There are 15 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Valence Park.
Becontree Heath has a very high level of deprivation, ranked at position 6,520 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 20% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree Heath has a very low crime rate, with approximately 45.5 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 37.4% 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.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near RM8 3DL.
Becontree Heath near RM8 3DL 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 3DL postcode area, located within Becontree Heath, there are 15 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Name | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Beacon Tree | Fordyke Road, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 1PH | |
| 0.4 mi | The Three Travellers | Wood Lane, Dagenham, RM10 7DS | |
| 0.5 mi | The Cherry Tree | Wood Lane, Dagenham, RM8 3LJ |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.