Cost of Living in Barking and Dagenham
London
Borough
Population: 218,000
Average House Price
£468.4k
+62% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£49,550
+27% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,388/mo
+99% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,022Band D / yr
Energy£154/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£32.00/ mo
Bus Pass£85.50/ mo
House Prices in Barking and Dagenham
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£468,350
Detached£867,000
Semi-detached£552,500
Terraced£480,250
Flat / Apartment£374,000
House prices in Barking and Dagenham have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Barking and Dagenham
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£49,550
Mean£57,200
Median hourly rate£24.35/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£33,800
Upper quartile (75th)£68,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+26.9%
£10,511 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Barking and Dagenham
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Barking and Dagenham each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £2,388 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £169 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £154 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £32.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £221 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £331 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £180 |
| Estimated Total | £3,510 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport Costs in Barking and Dagenham
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£85.50
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.70
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£221
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Barking and Dagenham
- What is the average house price in Barking and Dagenham?
- The average house price in Barking and Dagenham is £468,350, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £867,000, while flats and apartments average £374,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Barking and Dagenham?
- The median annual salary in Barking and Dagenham is £49,550, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £10,511 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £33,800 (lower quartile) to £68,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Barking and Dagenham?
- Average monthly rent in Barking and Dagenham is £2,388 per month. Rents have increased by +1.1% over the past year.
- Is Barking and Dagenham an affordable place to live?
- Barking and Dagenham is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 58% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £2,388, while the median annual salary is £49,550 (approximately £4,129 per month before tax).
- How does Barking and Dagenham compare to London?
- The average house price in Barking and Dagenham is £468,350, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Barking and Dagenham costs around 85% of London prices, making it £82,650 cheaper on average.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Barking and Dagenham?
- House prices in Barking and Dagenham are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £468,350 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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