DagenhamRM10
Barking and Dagenham · London
RM10 in Dagenham presents mixed investment signals. Over the past five years, rental growth at 6.0% annualised significantly outpaced capital appreciation of 2.8%, suggesting stronger income generation potential than price escalation. The district is in an active gentrification stage with population growth of 1.2% over the same period. Its trajectory score of 48.4/100 places it at the 40th percentile nationally, indicating average performance relative to other postcode districts. The divergence between rental and capital growth patterns reflects the area's current housing market dynamics, relevant for investors prioritising yield versus those seeking capital gains.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.2% per year
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What's changing in Dagenham · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.6 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by demand.
52 planning applications submitted in RM10 over the last six months, 2 change of use.
- Change of use from restaurant (Use Class E(b)) to restaurant with associated shisha lounge (Sui Generis), including the construction of a side vent and a front enclosure [Retrospective]Mar 2026 · pending
- Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for the change of use from a dwelling (Use Class C3) to a children's care home for up to 2 child residents aged 7-18, supported by up to 2 carers on a shift rotation basis alongside a managerMar 2026 · pending
- Request for an EIA Screening Opinion Under Regulation 6 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 (as amended): Demolition of existing building and the construction of a foodstore (Use Class E) with a GIA of 2226 sqm, with a net sales area of 1218 sqm, and associated works including access, parking and landscapingApr 2026 · pending
Dagenham (RM10) common questions
Is Dagenham up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Dagenham (RM10) as Active. Its trajectory score is 50/100 (Average), in the top 50% of districts nationally. The score is up 7.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Dagenham safe?
Dagenham has a safety score of 19/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Dagenham?
The average property price in Dagenham (RM10) is £435k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Dagenham?
The median monthly rent in Dagenham (RM10) is £1,676 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Dagenham?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Dagenham (RM9), Swanley (BR8), Dagenham (RM8), Romford (RM7), Romford (RM6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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