Dagenham
Population
113,408
Crime per 1,000 residents
285
Schools
24
Parks
12
Stations
5
GP practices
38
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Dagenham is an East London town within Barking and Dagenham, historically known for manufacturing and now offering suburban housing and regeneration areas. It has District line and rail connections.
Vibe and lifestyle
Practical, affordable and residential with an outer-London feel. Popular with families, commuters and buyers looking for lower housing costs.
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Safety and crime trends
32,264 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 24 schools (18 primary, 6 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 38 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 113,408 across 43,222 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £351,224, based on 3,172 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 13 supermarkets, 5 transport stations, 12 parks and 6 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 5 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.