Neasham Road is in Dagenham and in Barking And Dagenham district. RM8 2LU is located in the Mayesbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barking. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Neasham Road, Dagenham, RM8 2LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM8 2LR, RM8 2LX, RM8 2LP, RM8 2LT, RM8 2BL, RM8 2LD, RM8 2LS, RM8 2LL, RM8 2NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM8 2LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58% | 50.5% | -7.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 42% | 49.5% | 7.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RM8 2LU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.9% | 47.7% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 38.6% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 7.3% | 3.5% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 7.4% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5% | 2.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 40% | 49.9% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 30.9% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around RM8 2LU this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 29.1% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.5% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.3% | 11.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 29.1% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 8% | 2.1% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.7% 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 | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 3.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 6.8% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 14.1% | 10.4% | -3.7% | 2.5% | 7.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 73.2% | 62.7% | -10.5% | 81.4% | -18.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 66.9% 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 | 77.5% | 66.9% | -10.6% | 83.2% | -16.3% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 9.9% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.5% | 6.8% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 6.0% |
| Africa | 8.7% | 8.6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.9% | 66.9% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -16.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 17.2% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 7% | 5.0% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.7% | 6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 2.9% | -5.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 5.5% | 0.3% | 5.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 5% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 16.8% | 6.5% | 10.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Neasham Road was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.9% lower than the Eastbury average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Neasham Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Eastbury and the 54th lowest crime rate of 521 local areas in Barking and Dagenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Neasham Road, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-02-14 | £424,244 |
| 21 Neasham Road, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-11-09 | £433,720 |
| 53 Neasham Road, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-08-02 | £399,275 |
| 35 Neasham Road, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2015-12-22 | £386,550 |
| 29 Neasham Road, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-03-16 | £564,499 |
RM8 2LU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RM8 2LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre Sheringham Avenue , Manor Park E12 5PB | 4out of 4 | 4,208 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver Thomas Nursery School Mathews Avenue , East Ham E6 6BU | 3out of 4 | 4,332 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Barley Infants' School Davington Road , RM8 2LL | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Barley Junior Academy Ivinghoe Road , RM8 2NB | 3out of 4 | 212 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Teresa Catholic Primary School Bowes Road , RM8 2XJ | - not rated | 944 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roding Primary School Hewett Road , RM8 2XS | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Junior School Sandringham Road , IG11 9AG | 3out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College Sandringham Road , IG11 9AG | 3out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jo Richardson Community School Gale Street , Castle Green RM9 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Pedley Road , RM8 1XE | 3out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Palmer Catholic Academy Aldborough Road South , Seven Kings IG3 8EU | 3out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatfields School St. Marys , IG11 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy 326 Barking Road , East Ham E6 2BB | - not rated | 4,660 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham College of Further Education East Ham Campus , High Street South E6 6ER | - not rated | 4,807 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 4,872 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | 4out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goresbrook School Cook Road , RM9 6XW | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamiyah School 113-115 Marlborough Road , Dagenham RM8 2ES | - not rated | 641 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayesbrook Park School 75-77 Arden Crescent , RM9 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak House School 61 South Park Drive , IG3 9AB | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Noor Primary School 619-629 Green Lane , Ilford IG3 9RP | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopewell School Harmony House , Baden Powell Close RM9 6XN | - not rated | 2,281 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barking Sportshouse & Gym | Mayesbrook Park, Lodge Avenue | 231 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab & Cafe | 286 Lodge Avenue | 485 yd | |
| Smokey Flame BBQ | 451 Porters Avenue | 496 yd | |
| Future Youth Zone | 201-225 Porters Avenue | 672 yd | |
| Ur Chef | 201-225 Porters Avenue | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barking football Club | Barking Football Club, Lodge Avenue | 231 yd | |
| RoundHouse | The Roundhouse, Lodge Avenue | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Round House Chinese Take Away | 439 Porters Avenue | 475 yd | |
| Whap Whap Kitchen | 443 Porters Avenue | 484 yd | |
| Ho Lee | 465 Porters Avenue | 496 yd | |
| Tasty Chicken and Ribs | 431 Porters Avenue | 496 yd | |
| Flavour Hut | 445 Porters Avenue | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Welcome | 455-459 Porters Avenue | 496 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 807-829 Longbridge Road | 845 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Barley Junior Academy SCHOOL SITE SCHOOL SITE IVINGHOE ROAD | grass pitches | 210 yd |
| Barking Sporthouse And Gym GLL BARKING SPORTHOUSE AND GYM MAYESBROOK PARK GLL BARKING SPORTHOUSE AND GYM MAYESBROOK PARK LODGE AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| Mayesbrook Park Lodge Avenue | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Barking Football Club LODGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Jim Peters Stadium JIM PETERS STADIUM JIM PETERS STADIUM LODGE AVENUE | athletics tracks | 397 yd |
| University Of East London (Barking) (Closed) Longbridge Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 638 yd |
| Future Youth Zone 201-225 201-225 PORTERS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 670 yd |
| Barking Abbey School Leisure Centre Sandringham Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 871 yd |
| The St Teresa Catholic Primary School BOWES ROAD | grass pitches | 883 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.