About Marks Gate

Marks Gate is a residential area located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, within Greater London. It is situated in the RM5 postcode area and offers a mix of housing options, including family homes and flats. The area is primarily suburban, providing a quiet environment for its residents while still being accessible to the amenities of nearby towns. Local facilities include schools, parks, and shops, catering to everyday needs. Marks Gate is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to nearby train stations, making it easy to travel into central London or other parts of the city. The surrounding areas offer additional recreational opportunities, including green spaces and community centres, contributing to the overall quality of life for those living in Marks Gate.

School Ratings in Marks Gate

Marks Gate is served by 283 schools. Clockhouse Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Marks Gate

Property prices average £388K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £414K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Marks Gate

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Marks Gate, with 104 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Marks Gate

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Marks Gate falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Marks Gate

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Marks Gate, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,247 sales

Average Price £388K
£1K — £1.65M
Detached £490K 149
Semi £414K 1,001
Terraced £385K 795
Flat £237K 257

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

153 Primary
36 Secondary
94 Other
Marks Gate Children's Centre 0.6 miles Rose Lane Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Crownfield Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles Crownfield Infant School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Collier Row Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles The Warren School Secondary 1.1 miles Clockhouse Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Little Heath School Good 1.2 miles Warren Junior School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles St Bede's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Parklands Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Marks Gate IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Marks Gate in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,038 Children (0-15) 22%
22,220 Working Age 62%
7,411 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.1% 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 Marks Gate 508 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Marks Gate 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.

154 Violence & Sexual Offences
104 Anti-Social Behaviour
51 Vehicle Crime
45 Shoplifting
35 Public Order
30 Criminal Damage & Arson
30 Other Theft
27 Drugs
10 Burglary
6 Robbery
5 Weapons
4 Theft from Person
4 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Metropolitan Chadwell Heath 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

Chadwell Heath Train Station 1.9 miles
Romford Train Station 2.2 miles
Goodmayes Train Station 2.4 miles
Seven Kings Train Station 2.8 miles
Gidea Park Train Station 2.9 miles
Harold Wood Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Collier Row 1.2 miles Chadwell Heath 1.2 miles Little Heath 1.4 miles Chase Cross 1.8 miles Fairlop 1.9 miles Aldborough Hatch 2 miles Hainault 2 miles Rise Park 2 miles Rush Green 2.2 miles Chigwell Row 2.2 miles Fullwell Cross 2.5 miles Gidea Park 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Havering
Ward Mawneys
Constituency Romford
Parish Havering, unparished area
Region London

Streets in RM5 30 shown View all streets

Abridge Gardens 1 Adams Close 1 Aragon Close 1 Ascension Road 2 Ash Close 1 Ashvale Gardens 1 Avelon Road 3 Bamford Way 1 Bartlow Gardens 2 Belle Vue Road 3 Berkeley Avenue 1 Birds Farm Avenue 1 Bolberry Road 5 Bower Close 1 Boxmoor Road 2 Braddock Close 1 Brockley Crescent 3 Broomfield Close 1 Browne Close 1 Browning Close 1 Burchwall Close 2 Burland Road 2 Cardiff Close 1 Carter Close 1 Carter Drive 10 Charlotte Gardens 3 Chase Cross Road 12 Chelmsford Avenue 5 Chigwell View 5 Clitheroe Road 2

Postcodes in RM5 50 shown View all postcodes

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