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Location in Greater LondonCastle Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

65,160
Population
19,395
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
424
Schools nearby
£69,157
Avg. household income
3,017
Businesses
6,307
People per km²
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About Castle Green

Castle Green is a residential area located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, within Greater London. It lies to the east of the River Thames and is part of the IG11 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, including a mix of council and private properties, and is situated near the River Lea. Castle Green is well-connected by public transport, with Castle Green railway station providing regular services to central London and surrounding areas. The local community is diverse, and the area includes several green spaces, such as Castle Green Park, which offers recreational facilities for residents. It is a practical and accessible part of London, with local shops and amenities within walking distance.

School Ratings in Castle Green

Castle Green is served by 424 schools. Abbey Children's Centre, Eastbury Children's Centre, Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College and Riverside School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castle Green

Property prices average £489K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £268K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castle Green

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Castle Green, with 416 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Castle Green is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Castle Green

There are 84 GP surgeries within three miles of Castle Green, the nearest being Dr Bk Jaiswal's Practice (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Castle Green

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Property Prices 4,708 sales

Average Price £489K
£100 , £50.92M
Detached £528K 16
Semi £481K 241
Terraced £412K 1,739
Flat £268K 2,494

Schools & Education 424 within 5 miles View all schools

238 Primary
49 Secondary
137 Other
Outstanding 8
Good 11

Ofsted ratings for schools in the IG11 postcode area.

Jo Richardson Community School Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Goresbrook School All-through 0.3 miles The James Cambell Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Northstar Nurture School Not applicable 0.4 miles Hopewell School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles Monteagle Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Mayesbrook Park School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles Riverside School Secondary Outstanding 0.7 miles Riverside Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Riverside Bridge School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Godwin Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Castle Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Castle Green is approximately £69,157 a year before tax, 25% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,640. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Castle Green £69,157
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £48,640.

Businesses in Castle Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,017 active businesses based in Castle Green, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 43 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,017 Total businesses
46 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Castle Green as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
2/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 27%
Working age 67%
Older 65+ 6%
17,468 Children (0-15) 27%
43,489 Working Age 67%
4,190 Older (65+) 6%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 53.1% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 48.5% 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 Castle Green 1,834 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Castle Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 617
Anti-Social Behaviour 416
Vehicle Crime 156
Other Theft 120
Public Order 95
Drugs 87
Shoplifting 77
Robbery 75
Theft from Person 70
Burglary 68
Other Crime 29
Weapons 15
Bicycle Theft 7
Criminal Damage & Arson 2
Local Policing
Metropolitan Barking Riverside Visit force website →
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

Barking Riverside Train Station 0.7 miles
Dagenham Dock Train Station 1.1 miles
Barking Train Station 2 miles
Goodmayes Train Station 2.5 miles
Chadwell Heath Train Station 2.6 miles
Seven Kings Train Station 2.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dagenham 0.9 miles Becontree 1.4 miles Fair Cross 1.8 miles Creekmouth 1.8 miles Thamesmead 1.9 miles Barking 2 miles Goodmayes 2 miles Loxford 2.2 miles Wallend 2.5 miles South Hornchurch 2.5 miles Ilford 2.6 miles Beckton 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Barking and Dagenham
Ward Barking Riverside
Constituency Barking
Parish Barking and Dagenham, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Castle Green

Of the 21,380 households in and around Castle Green, 40% are owned, 31% are socially rented and 29% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 40% Social rented 31% Private rented 29%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Castle Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Castle Green

What is the population of Castle Green?
Castle Green has a population of approximately 65,160 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Castle Green?
The average property in and around Castle Green sold for about £488,817, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Castle Green a deprived area?
Castle Green sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Castle Green?
Castle Green is covered by the IG11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Castle Green?
There are 424 schools within 5 miles of Castle Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Castle Green?
The nearest railway station to Castle Green is Barking Riverside Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in IG11 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 20 Abinger Close 2 Adeliza Close 3 Alderman Avenue 2 Aldersey Gardens 2 Alfred's Gardens 2 Alfred's Way 24 Almanza Place 2 Anchor Close 2 Anne Mews 2 Arncroft Court 1 Atcost Road 1 Atlantis Close 2 Axe Street 6 Barking Northern Relief Road 2 Barking Town Square 3 Bastable Avenue 14 Bateman Close 1 Beccles Drive 2 Bellingham Court 1 Ben Tillet Close 1 Bevan Avenue 6 Blake Avenue 8 Blessing Way 2 Bobby Moore Way 1 Boundary Road 6 Bradfield Drive 4 Bridgeway 2 Broadway 3 Buller Road 1

Postcodes in IG11 50 shown View all postcodes

IG11 0AA IG11 0AB IG11 0AD IG11 0AE IG11 0AF IG11 0AG IG11 0AH IG11 0AJ IG11 0AL IG11 0AN IG11 0AP IG11 0AQ IG11 0AR IG11 0AS IG11 0AT IG11 0AU IG11 0AW IG11 0AX IG11 0AY IG11 0AZ IG11 0BA IG11 0BB IG11 0BD IG11 0BE IG11 0BF IG11 0BG IG11 0BH IG11 0BJ IG11 0BL IG11 0BN IG11 0BP IG11 0BQ IG11 0BS IG11 0BT IG11 0BU IG11 0BW IG11 0DA IG11 0DG IG11 0DL IG11 0DN IG11 0DP IG11 0DR IG11 0DS IG11 0DW IG11 0EA IG11 0EG IG11 0EH IG11 0EL IG11 0EN IG11 0EP