Best postcodes in Barking and Dagenham for families
Ranked by a weighted score that prioritises school quality (40%), safety (35%), transport links (15%) and environment (10%). Data from Ofsted, police.uk, TfL and ONS for every postcode in Barking and Dagenham.
Score formula: Schools 40% · Safety 35% · Transport 15% · Environment 10%
Barking and Dagenham — Families overview
Avg good schools %
97%
Avg safety score
77/100
Avg environment
72/100
Avg Zone 1 journey
53 min
Top postcodes in Barking and Dagenham for families
Top 15 postcodes. Click any postcode for the full area report.
Is Barking and Dagenham good for families?
Barking and Dagenham is one of London's stronger boroughs for families, with 97% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
The postcodes above are ranked using LondonIQ's family score: school quality (40%), safety (35%), transport links (15%) and environment (10%). Each postcode links to a full report covering crime rates, Ofsted-rated schools nearby, transport connections and property prices — all from official sources.
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