Postcode RM9 4LB is located in a major urban area, within the Goresbrook ward of Barking and Dagenham in the London region, and forms part of the Becontree South area. It has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Becontree South is £44,100 per year. The nearest station is Becontree located about 0.2 miles away. There are 15 primary and 4 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Castle Green.
Becontree South has a very high level of deprivation, ranked at position 5,451 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 17% most deprived areas in England.
Becontree South has a low crime rate, with approximately 51.4 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 54.0% 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 of residents in Becontree South is £44,100 per year.
High noise level (70.0-74.9 dB) from rail, approximately 123 ft away from RM9 4LB.
Becontree South near RM9 4LB 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 0.2 miles away. There are 2 stations nearby.
| Distance | Zone | Name | Lines | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | 5 | Becontree | District | Walking directions to Becontree |
| 0.9 mi | 4 | Upney | District | Walking directions to Upney |
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mi | Castle Green | Large | Walking directions to Castle Green |
Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £379,000 in Goresbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £195,000 up to £540,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 11 | £215,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 4 | £421,000 |
| Terraced | 53 | £380,000 |
10 year median price trend in Goresbrook
In the RM9 4LB postcode area, located within Becontree South, there are 15 primary and 4 secondary schools in close proximity.
5 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of RM9 4LB
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Budgens | Woodward Road, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 4SH | Walking directions to Budgens |
| 0.4 mi | Co-op Food | 455-459 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM9 4ND | Walking directions to Co-op Food |
| 0.4 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 |
| 0.5 mi | Best-one | Reginald Ellingworth Street, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 4BF | Walking directions to Best-one |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.