Green Lane is in Dagenham and in Barking And Dagenham district. RM8 1DD is located in the Whalebone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barking. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Green Lane, Dagenham, RM8 1DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM8 1BX, RM8 1RH, RM8 1RL, RM8 3DG, RM8 1RJ, RM8 1QU, RM8 3DF, RM8 1BW, RM8 3JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM8 1DD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 53.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.5% | 39.2% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 48.5% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 49.2% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.6% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 13.5% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 23.1% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.7% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.8% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 17.3% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 26.2% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 9% | 3.5% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 10.6% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 9.5% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 10.4% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 7.3% |
| Pakistani | 6.2% | 11.4% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 8.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | 7.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 62.9% | 45% | -17.9% | 81.4% | -36.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 62.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 62.3% | -14.0% | 83.2% | -20.9% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 10.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 6.2% | 4.9% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.3% | 19.7% | 9.4% | 5.6% | 14.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.7% | 62.6% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -20.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 22.3% | 21.4% | 9.8% | 12.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 8.2% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.8% | 4.7% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.1% | 2.2% | -9.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.7% | 76.7% | -18.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Portugal | 3.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.9% | 37.2% | -13.3% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 29.9% | 6.5% | 23.4% |
| Sikh | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Lane was 35.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% lower than the Becontree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Green Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Becontree and the 66th lowest crime rate of 512 local areas in Barking and Dagenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 815 Green Lane, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £379,500 | 2025-09-12 | £386,145 |
| 829 Green Lane, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-11-21 | £406,315 |
| 789 Green Lane, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-06-30 | £438,268 |
| 781 Green Lane, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-02-19 | £397,363 |
| 845 Green Lane, Dagenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £338,500 | 2021-02-18 | £400,253 |
The percentage of student residents living in RM8 1DD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valence Junior School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | - not rated | 465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valence Primary School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Green Primary School Green Lane , RM8 1UR | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton Primary School Grafton Primary School , Grafton Road RM8 3EX | 4out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton Infants' School Grafton Road , RM8 3EX | - not rated | 597 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Pedley Road , RM8 1XE | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ward School Wood Lane , RM8 1JT | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic School and Technology College Terling Road , Wood Lane RM8 1JT | 4out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsloes Manor School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loxford School of Science and Technology Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | - not rated | 3,717 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge College Little Heath , Barley Lane RM6 4XT | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 3,054 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Clack School Gosfield Road , RM8 1JU | 3out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 3out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 3out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SW!TCH Borders The Vibe , 195-211 Becontree Avenue RM8 2UT | - not rated | 1,248 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SHC School St Elizabeth Hall , Valence Wood Road RM8 2NT | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountain Ash School Oasis House , Essex Road RM6 4JA | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Noor Primary School 619-629 Green Lane , Ilford IG3 9RP | - not rated | 1,332 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Heathway , RM10 7SJ | 4out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squires Cafe & African Restaurant ltd | Unit G2, Chadwell Heath Industrial Park, Kemp Road | 313 yd | |
| Tulip Tree Tearoom | Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue | 362 yd | |
| Family Cafe | 443 Becontree Avenue | 489 yd | |
| Upper Grill Restaurant & Coffee Bar | 931 Green Lane | 504 yd | |
| The Vibe (Studio) | 195-211 Becontree Avenue | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Club | 541 Becontree Avenue | 344 yd | |
| Beacon Tree | Beacon Tree, 945 Green Lane | 504 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree Ph | Wood Lane | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 339 Valence Avenue | 317 yd | |
| Buddha Kitchen | Unit G15, Chadwell Heath Industrial Park, Kemp Road | 321 yd | |
| Vidavina Kitchen | Unit G12, Chadwell Heath Industrial Park, Kemp Road | 329 yd | |
| Wingsurway | Unit G12, Chadwell Heath Industrial Park, Kemp Road | 329 yd | |
| KL Ammalu's Kitchen Limited | Unit G12, Chadwell Heath Industrial Park, Kemp Road | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 79a Whalebone Lane South | 898 yd | |
| Iceland | 2-8 Whalebone Lane South | 1,007 yd | |
| Asda | Eldonwall Trading Estate | 1,017 yd | |
| Tesco | 17 Rowallen Parade, Green Lane | 1,035 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 265-267 Wood Lane | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valence Primary School - Bonham Site BONHAM ROAD | 433 yd | |
| Anytime Fitness (Chadwell Heath) KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 FRESHWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 543 yd |
| Valence Park GRAFTON ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Robert Clack School (Lower Site) GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Mayfield School PEDLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,077 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.