RM8 1DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kean Crescent, 0.7km from Valence in Barking and Dagenham. Administratively it sits within Whalebone ward and the Barking constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, RM8 1DG is members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barking and Dagenham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM8 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00185789 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KEAN CRESCENT, RM8 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEAN CRESCENT, RM8 1DG.
477
29
£ 45,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
With 36% social renting, RM8 1DG is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM8 1DG. The average age is 28.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 325,000
4 sales · Mean £ 271,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM8 1DG has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grafton Primary School
Valence Primary School
Henry Green Primary School
Robert Clack School
Furze Infant School
Mayfield School
All Saints Catholic School and Technology College
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
75 nearby- Abu Discount Store0.7 km
- Becontree Fruit and Veg0.8 km
- Savewise Convenience Store0.7 km
- Agouma0.8 km
- Dickens News1.0 km
- + 70 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Three Travellers1.0 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.5 km
- The Eva Hart Public House0.9 km
- Beacon Tree0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- AVN Pizza Limited0.8 km
- Lara Grill0.8 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.7 km
- Oruci Coffe & Grill0.9 km
- Khyber Grill1.0 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Asda0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Essex Kebab and Pizza0.7 km
- Kim Ling Chinese Take Away0.7 km
- Sunflower0.8 km
- BGR Romford1.0 km
- Ginoo Pizza0.9 km
- + 57 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chadwell Heath0.8 km
- Goodmayes1.7 km
- Seven Kings2.8 km
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Postcode Profile: RM81DG · Data under Open Government Licence