Manor Square is in Dagenham and in Barking And Dagenham district. RM8 3RU is located in the Valence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barking. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Square, Dagenham, RM8 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM8 3SA, RM8 3RT, RM8 3YA, RM8 3XX, RM8 3XT, RM8 3RX, RM8 1YR, RM8 3XU, RM8 3RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM8 3RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 54.9% | 53.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 45.1% | 46.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 3RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 49% | 43.5% | -5.5% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 40.1% | 6.8% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.3% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 38.6% | 46.2% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 33.4% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.6% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 3RU this area, 29.4% 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 | 34.5% | 29.4% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 14.1% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 11.8% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 12.2% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 24.8% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 53.3% 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 | 2.9% | 8.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 7.6% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 8.3% | 8.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 5.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 8% | 8.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 5.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 65.5% | 53.3% | -12.2% | 81.4% | -28.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 68.2% 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 | 80.5% | 68.2% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -15.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 12.5% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 7.4% | 6.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 12.2% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.1% | 68.6% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 18.3% | 17.1% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 10.4% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 1.1% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 1.6% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.3% | 76.7% | -14.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 4.1% | 0.3% | 3.8% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.7% | 37.2% | -16.5% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 16.6% | 6.5% | 10.1% |
| Sikh | 4.3% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Square was 48.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Becontree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Square has the 14th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Becontree and the 120th lowest crime rate of 512 local areas in Barking and Dagenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Manor Square, Dagenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-06-14 | £309,474 |
| 27 Manor Square, Dagenham, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-09-07 | £243,184 |
| 81 Manor Square, Dagenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-09-16 | £298,174 |
| 83 Manor Square, Dagenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2022-09-15 | £380,172 |
| 71 Manor Square, Dagenham, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-02-14 | £419,042 |
RM8 3RU 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RM8 3RU 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 | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 5,046 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Green Primary School Green Lane , RM8 1UR | 3out of 4 | 205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Burnside Road , RM8 2JN | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Burnside Road , RM8 2JN | - not rated | 316 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valence Junior School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | - not rated | 521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valence Primary School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | 3out of 4 | 521 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 | 652 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsloes Manor School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwell Heath Academy Christie Gardens , Chadwell Heath RM6 4RS | - not rated | 1,517 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadwell Heath Foundation School Christie Gardens , Chadwell Heath RM6 4RS | - not rated | 1,517 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,119 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 | 2,436 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 3,641 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Clack School Gosfield Road , RM8 1JU | 3out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 3out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,588 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 3out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 684 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Noor Primary School 619-629 Green Lane , Ilford IG3 9RP | - not rated | 802 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountain Ash School Oasis House , Essex Road RM6 4JA | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SHC School St Elizabeth Hall , Valence Wood Road RM8 2NT | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour House School 78 Goodmayes Lane , IG3 9QA | - not rated | 1,317 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palwan Da Dera | 733 Green Lane | 206 yd | |
| Oruci Coffe & Grill | 2a Bennetts Castle Lane | 215 yd | |
| The Vibe (Studio) | 195-211 Becontree Avenue | 219 yd | |
| Family Cafe | 443 Becontree Avenue | 293 yd | |
| Troy Cafe & Restaurant | 770 Green Lane | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodmayes Bowling Club | Goodmayes Park, Abbotsford Road | 715 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | 541 Becontree Avenue | 795 yd | |
| The Greyhound Public House | 900 High Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Express Pizza | 6 Bennetts Castle Lane | 154 yd | |
| Milano Pizza | 431 Becontree Avenue | 293 yd | |
| Shun`s Garden | 435 Becontree Avenue | 293 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 339 Valence Avenue | 312 yd | |
| Friendship | 802 Green Lane | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 17 Rowallen Parade, Green Lane | 533 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valence Primary School - Bonham Site BONHAM ROAD | 525 yd | |
| Mayfield School PEDLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Energise Health Club For Women BROOKS PARADE BROOKS PARADE GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Mayfield Leisure Centre KINFAUNS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 771 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Chadwell Heath) KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 FRESHWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 853 yd |
| Goodmayes Park ABERDOUR ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 933 yd |
| Valence Park GRAFTON ROAD | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| The Gym (London Chadwell Heath) HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,069 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 | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.