About Creekmouth

Creekmouth is a locality situated in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, within Greater London. It lies close to the River Roding and is primarily an industrial area. The postcode for Creekmouth is IG11. The area has a mix of residential and commercial properties, reflecting its development over the years. The surroundings include various businesses and warehouses, contributing to the local economy. Creekmouth is well-connected by road and public transport, making it accessible for those travelling to and from nearby areas. The proximity to the river adds a unique aspect to the locality, although it is predominantly known for its industrial character rather than recreational spaces.

School Ratings in Creekmouth

Families in Creekmouth have access to 520 local 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 Creekmouth

Homes sell for an average of £533K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £258K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Creekmouth

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Creekmouth, with 256 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Creekmouth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Creekmouth within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Creekmouth

Creekmouth 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 4,760 sales

Average Price £533K
£100 £50.92M
Detached £543K 16
Semi £459K 243
Terraced £407K 1,747
Flat £258K 2,511

Deprivation and Employment in Creekmouth IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Creekmouth experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
2/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
20,871 Children (0-15) 26%
51,545 Working Age 65%
8,058 Older (60+) 10%
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 Creekmouth 1,509 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Creekmouth 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.

469 Violence & Sexual Offences
256 Anti-Social Behaviour
160 Vehicle Crime
108 Other Theft
96 Drugs
75 Criminal Damage & Arson
73 Public Order
62 Robbery
62 Theft from Person
55 Burglary
54 Shoplifting
24 Other Crime
11 Weapons
4 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

Barking Riverside Train Station 1.1 miles
Plumstead Train Station 1.7 miles
Barking Train Station 1.9 miles
Abbey Wood Train Station 2 miles
Woolwich Arsenal Train Station 2 miles
Woolwich Dockyard Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Local Government

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