Becontree Avenue is in Dagenham and in Barking And Dagenham district. RM8 3UD 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 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 3UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM8 3QT, RM8 3YB, RM8 3XS, RM8 3QS, RM8 3RR, RM8 3UB, RM8 3YD, RM8 3UH, RM8 3RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RM8 3UD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 48.1% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.9% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 35.5% | 41.4% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 45.3% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 2.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.2% | 57% | 5.8% | 48.4% | 8.6% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 29.2% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 10.3% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 2.1% | -6.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.2% | 23.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.7% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.1% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 8.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 38.6% | 19.8% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 19.9% | 4.3% | -15.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 38.9% 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 | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 10.2% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 7.1% |
| Pakistani | 3.9% | 9.6% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 6.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 21.7% | 14% | -7.7% | 2.5% | 11.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 52.7% | 38.9% | -13.8% | 81.4% | -42.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 1.6% | 6.2% |
In this area, 52.9% 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 | 57.4% | 52.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -30.3% |
| European Union | 13.2% | 14.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 15.9% | 11.3% | -4.6% | 2.7% | 8.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.5% | 17.5% | 7.0% | 5.6% | 11.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 56.6% | 53.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | -30.1% |
| 10+ Years | 6.2% | 26.9% | 20.7% | 9.8% | 17.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.9% | 7.2% | -1.7% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 16.3% | 7.6% | -8.7% | 2.2% | 5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 12% | 5.2% | -6.8% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.3% | 76.7% | -18.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 4.2% | 0.3% | 3.9% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 7.6% | 1.2% | 6.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.4% | 37.2% | -21.8% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Hindu | 11.3% | 1.7% | 9.6% |
| Muslim | 23.5% | 6.5% | 17.0% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Becontree Avenue was 193.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 117.7% higher than the Becontree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Becontree Avenue has the 6th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Becontree and the 79th highest crime rate of 512 local areas in Barking and Dagenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 392 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-02-07 | £430,771 |
| 372 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-02-23 | £263,815 |
| 390 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2020-10-27 | £360,792 |
| 392 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2019-06-21 | £328,036 |
| 396 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-01-21 | £352,901 |
RM8 3UD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3UD 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 | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 5,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valence Junior School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | - not rated | 316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valence Primary School Bonham Road , RM8 3AR | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Green Primary School Green Lane , RM8 1UR | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Burnside Road , RM8 2JN | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Burnside Road , RM8 2JN | - not rated | 466 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 928 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsloes Manor School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,210 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | - not rated | 1,210 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erkenwald School Highgrove Road , RM8 2HP | - not rated | 1,389 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwell Heath Academy Christie Gardens , Chadwell Heath RM6 4RS | - not rated | 1,800 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,127 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon School Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | - not rated | 5,451 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 | 2,714 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 3,532 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 | 1,210 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Clack School Gosfield Road , RM8 1JU | 3out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,729 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 3out of 4 | 2,833 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Free schools | Yes | 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 | 648 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SHC School St Elizabeth Hall , Valence Wood Road RM8 2NT | - not rated | 826 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Noor Primary School 619-629 Green Lane , Ilford IG3 9RP | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alamiyah School 113-115 Marlborough Road , Dagenham RM8 2ES | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountain Ash School Oasis House , Essex Road RM6 4JA | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vibe (Studio) | 195-211 Becontree Avenue | 65 yd | |
| Family Cafe | 443 Becontree Avenue | 134 yd | |
| Tulip Tree Tearoom | Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue | 471 yd | |
| Castle Point Catering | 163 Bennetts Castle Lane | 483 yd | |
| Palwan Da Dera | 733 Green Lane | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Club | 541 Becontree Avenue | 675 yd | |
| Goodmayes Bowling Club | Goodmayes Park, Abbotsford Road | 837 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree Ph | Wood Lane | 851 yd | |
| Beacon Tree | Beacon Tree, 945 Green Lane | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chef | 440 Becontree Avenue | 121 yd | |
| Milano Pizza | 431 Becontree Avenue | 130 yd | |
| Shun`s Garden | 435 Becontree Avenue | 134 yd | |
| Mr Wong Chinese | 460 Becontree Avenue | 228 yd | |
| Paul's Fish Bar | 458 Becontree Avenue | 228 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 17 Rowallen Parade, Green Lane | 793 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valence Primary School - Bonham Site BONHAM ROAD | 335 yd | |
| Valence Park GRAFTON ROAD | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Mayfield School PEDLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Energise Health Club For Women BROOKS PARADE BROOKS PARADE GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 943 yd |
| Kingsley Hall PARSLOES AVENUE | 957 yd | |
| Anytime Fitness (Chadwell Heath) KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 KINVARA BUSINESS PARK 22-42 FRESHWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,019 yd |
| The St Teresa Catholic Primary School BOWES ROAD | grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Goodmayes Park ABERDOUR ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,036 yd |
| Mayfield Leisure Centre KINFAUNS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,037 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.