About Barkingside

Barkingside is a town in Redbridge, Greater London. Neighbouring communities include Aldborough Hatch and Newbury Park.

School Ratings in Barkingside

Families in Barkingside have access to 422 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 £456K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £469K.

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 117 incidents recorded in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barkingside

Barkingside benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,842 sales

Average Price £456K
£300 £7M
Detached £686K 115
Semi £506K 674
Terraced £469K 1,329
Flat £285K 604

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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
13,194 Children (0-15) 22%
39,044 Working Age 65%
10,401 Older (60+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barkingside 843 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

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.

313 Violence & Sexual Offences
117 Anti-Social Behaviour
103 Vehicle Crime
56 Other Theft
55 Criminal Damage & Arson
50 Drugs
46 Shoplifting
32 Public Order
24 Burglary
17 Robbery
13 Theft from Person
9 Other Crime
7 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Seven Kings Train Station 1.6 miles
Goodmayes Train Station 1.8 miles
Ilford Train Station 2 miles
Chadwell Heath Train Station 2.3 miles
Woodgrange Park Train Station 3.2 miles
Barking Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Redbridge
Ward Aldborough
Constituency Ilford North
Parish Redbridge, unparished area
Region London