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Location in Greater LondonBarkingside sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barkingside
Barkingside is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the IG6 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Aldborough Hatch and Newbury Park.
Around 34,999 people live in Barkingside, at a broadly suburban density. The age profile skews a little younger than the national average, with a relatively high share of children. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Barkingside sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Barkingside
Families in Barkingside have access to 423 local schools. Fullwood Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barkingside
Homes sell for an average of £461K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £474K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barkingside
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barkingside, with 212 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barkingside
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barkingside around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Barkingside
There are 73 GP surgeries within three miles of Barkingside, the nearest being The Eastern Avenue Medical Centre (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Barkingside
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Property Prices 2,764 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IG6 postcode area.
Household Income in Barkingside ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barkingside is approximately £71,302 a year before tax, 29% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,156. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £50,156.
Businesses in Barkingside ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,590 active businesses based in Barkingside, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barkingside IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Barkingside are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Barkingside 970 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Barkingside are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barkingside
Of the 12,364 households in and around Barkingside, 62% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 25% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barkingside.