RM8 1ER is a safe, established residential area on Morgan Crescent, 0.7km from Valence in Barking and Dagenham. Administratively it sits within Whalebone ward and the Dagenham and Rainham constituency.
The people who live in RM8 1ER are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The predominance of young residents (average age 27) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM8 1ER are sourced from Output Area E00185838 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORGAN CRESCENT, RM8 1ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORGAN CRESCENT, RM8 1ER.
344
27
£ 48,100 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM8 1ER represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. RM8 1ER spans multiple life stages — average age 27, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM8 1ER. The average age is 27.4. 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
£ 470,000
3 sales · Mean £ 436,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM8 1ER has low crime rates — 44 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
Robert Clack School
Grafton Primary School
Valence Primary School
Henry Green Primary School
All Saints Catholic School and Technology College
Furze Infant School
Five Elms Primary School
William Bellamy Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- Abu Discount Store0.5 km
- Becontree Fruit and Veg0.6 km
- Savewise Convenience Store0.5 km
- Agouma0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Three Travellers0.8 km
- Tollgate Tavern Public House1.0 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.5 km
- The Eva Hart Public House1.0 km
- Beacon Tree0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- AVN Pizza Limited0.6 km
- Lara Grill0.6 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.5 km
- Aksular Restaurant1.0 km
- Indian Fusion0.9 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
45 nearby- Essex Kebab and Pizza0.5 km
- Kim Ling Chinese Take Away0.5 km
- Sunflower0.6 km
- Chicken Spot0.9 km
- Peri Peri Chicken Hut1.0 km
- + 40 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chadwell Heath0.9 km
- Goodmayes1.9 km
- Seven Kings3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: RM81ER · Data under Open Government Licence