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First time buyers and young families vie with the locals to praise Barking to the skies - and at last, the powers that be both in the property game and government itself are starting to catch up. A massive project to generate 4000 new homes is underway, and the area's regeneration is turning it from a slightly faded inner London borough into a genuinely up-and-comer.

Property ranges from predominant Victorian terraces to the big Edwardian properties around the parks, of which there are several (including Mayesbrook Park, Barking Park). Some of the less desirable developments of the 60s have been pulled down to make way for the regeneration, which is brilliantly timed to make Barking the perfect residential launchpad for East London's Olympic future.

Prices are on the up, but still affordable for an area so connected to Docklands and Canary Wharf. If you don't mind a bit of quaint pebbledash, you can get one of the huge Edwardian or Victorian properties here for less than almost anywhere else within touching distance of the City.

Facilities in the Barking area are also on the up, with the streets safe and clean as the regeneration creates new focus on community. But it's still real East London area, cheerful, friendly, multiethnic, with a world of shopping, cafes and social life that's rich, different and exciting. But with redevelopment and reinvestment, the area feels more forward-facing than it has in decades, with education and employment a priority - for example, the excellent East London University has its main base just north of lovely Mayesbrook Park.

Barking is above all a friendly mix of locals, young professionals and young families looking to get spacious properties for less money than almost anywhere else. The residents - both newcomers and those who've dwelt here for generations - regard the area as the way to escape the grind of the City.


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Area News for Barking

Barking: Up and coming

Barking: Up and coming

Nestled in the historic heart of the borough of Barking and

Read Article ... Published on 16th March, 2015

New leisure centre to open in Barking

New leisure centre to open in Barking

It has been announced that the brand-new Abbey Leisure Centre will open on March 16th, following an open weekend throughout March 14th and 15th to showcase the state of the art facilities.

Read Article ... Published on 2nd March, 2015

East Ham: A fun family district in lively east London

East Ham: A fun family district in lively east London

The suburban district of East Ham is situated in east London, within the borough of Newham and not far from Barking, Ilford and Stratford.

Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2015

Barking & Dagenham council calls for greater business collaboration

Barking & Dagenham council calls for greater business collaboration

Barking and Dagenham Council has reached out to local businesses in the area and urged them to take advantage of growth opportunities in the borough.

Read Article ... Published on 8th October, 2014

Barking and Dagenham: Council launches biggest housing scheme since the 1960s

Barking and Dagenham: Council launches biggest housing scheme since the 1960s

Barking and Dagenham Council have unveiled new plans to build quality housing in the borough, it has been revealed.

Read Article ... Published on 8th April, 2014

Barking & Dagenham helps residents to decorate their homes

Barking & Dagenham helps residents to decorate their homes

Barking and Dagenham Council has introduced a new scheme offering some residents free decorating.

Read Article ... Published on 5th December, 2013

New opportunities highlighted in Barking and Dagenham

New opportunities highlighted in Barking and Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham is an up and coming place for regeneration and investment, it has been claimed.

Read Article ... Published on 1st November, 2013

Kensington: A shopping destination with history

Kensington: A shopping destination with history

London, as a whole, is generally seen as a desirable place to live or visit, but certain areas have an almost cult appeal. Kensington is definitely one of those places, providing a variety of things to do outside of the city centre.

Read Article ... Published on 5th June, 2013

London property prices up 7%

London property prices up 7%

The cost of buying a home in London is higher than ever following a seven per cent increase in property prices in the capital over the last year.

Read Article ... Published on 29th November, 2012

Regents Park: Lush parkland and stunning Regency architecture

Regents Park: Lush parkland and stunning Regency architecture

Located to the north-west of the centre of the capital, the Regency Park area is a prime location in London.

Read Article ... Published on 17th October, 2012

Bexley among London's top ten friendliest boroughs

Bexley among London's top ten friendliest boroughs

The London borough of Bexley has been named as one of the top ten friendliest parts of the city, second only to Havering in the north-east of the capital.

Read Article ... Published on 24th August, 2012

Barking and Dagenham Council to take repairs in-house

Barking and Dagenham Council to take repairs in-house

Tenants in Barking and Dagenham could see their home repairs carried out in a quick manner going forward.

Read Article ... Published on 27th June, 2012

London house price gap 'continuing to widen'

London house price gap 'continuing to widen'

The property price gap across different boroughs of London is continuing to widen significantly, new research has revealed.

Read Article ... Published on 8th June, 2012

Barking Splash Park opens this weekend

Barking Splash Park opens this weekend

Barking Splash Park will be free to use this weekend (May 25th-27th) to mark its opening.

Read Article ... Published on 24th May, 2012

Dagenham to get new community garden

Dagenham to get new community garden

A community garden is to be created in Dagenham.

Read Article ... Published on 1st May, 2012

Barking residents to check out Beam Parklands?

Barking residents to check out Beam Parklands?

Beam Parklands offers residents in Barking and Dagenham plenty to do this spring.

Read Article ... Published on 24th April, 2012

Canning Town Centre to get £600m investment

Canning Town Centre to get £600m investment

Some £600 million is to be invested in the Canning Town Centre scheme to regenerate the area.

Read Article ... Published on 15th March, 2012

Barking and Dagenham to improve transport infrastructure

Barking and Dagenham to improve transport infrastructure

People occupying flats to rent in Barking and Dagenham are to see a number of improvements made to local roads.

Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2012

Barking Station to undergo further improvement work

Barking Station to undergo further improvement work

Those occupying flats to rent in Barking will see a number of improvements at Barking Station in the coming months.

Read Article ... Published on 18th November, 2011

Fun-packed activity programme ongoing in Redbridge

Fun-packed activity programme ongoing in Redbridge

People living in property to rent in the London borough of Redbridge, as well as others in the area, are still able to take part in some great summer activities throughout the borough.

Read Article ... Published on 11th August, 2011

Barking and Dagenham to receive eco grant

Barking and Dagenham to receive eco grant

People living in property to rent in the London borough of Barking and Dagenham are to benefit from a new energy saving initiative.

Read Article ... Published on 5th August, 2011

Hackney Council 'aims to tackle noisy neighbours'

Hackney Council 'aims to tackle noisy neighbours'

Anyone living in property to rent in the London borough of Hackney who has a problem with noise pollution in their area is set to benefit from a new out-of-hours service from the council.

Read Article ... Published on 23rd May, 2011

New primary school for Redbridge

New primary school for Redbridge

A new primary school is to be built near to property to rent in the London borough of Redbridge.

Read Article ... Published on 12th May, 2011

Redbridge residents' money saving ideas taken on board

Redbridge residents' money saving ideas taken on board

The money saving ideas of those living in flats to rent in the London borough of Redbridge and other property in the area are to be taken on board by the local council.

Read Article ... Published on 4th May, 2011

Kensington and Chelsea park given safety award

Kensington and Chelsea park given safety award

St Luke's Gardens has been given a Silver Award for safety, people living in property to rent in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea may be interested to learn.

Read Article ... Published on 22nd March, 2011

Royal wedding parties 'free to arrange in Wandsworth'

Royal wedding parties 'free to arrange in Wandsworth'

Wandsworth Council has confirmed that there will be no charges for people wishing to close streets for royal wedding parties.

Read Article ... Published on 21st February, 2011

Property to rent in Barking & Dagenham: Mark St George's Day with street parties

Property to rent in Barking & Dagenham: Mark St George's Day with street parties

People in property to rent in the London borough of Barking & Dagenham are being encouraged to mark St George's Day in style by their local authority.

Read Article ... Published on 9th February, 2011

Top authors heading to Wandsworth libraries

Top authors heading to Wandsworth libraries

Literature lovers in property to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth have the opportunity to listen to two writers speak later this week.

Read Article ... Published on 8th February, 2011

Barking & Dagenham libraries safeguarded from closure

Barking & Dagenham libraries safeguarded from closure

Book lovers looking for flats to rent in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham may be pleased to learn that libraries will not be closed in the area to save money.

Read Article ... Published on 19th January, 2011

Flats to rent in Barking and Dagenham may be great for cyclists

Flats to rent in Barking and Dagenham may be great for cyclists

Those looking for property to rent in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham may find it is ideal for keen cyclists, as new figures have shown a dedicated bike route from the area to central London has become increasingly popular.

Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2011

Learner drivers in flats to rent in Barking & Dagenham may benefit from new offer

Learner drivers in flats to rent in Barking & Dagenham may benefit from new offer

Learner drivers living in flats in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham may wish to become a member of their library to practice for their theory test.

Read Article ... Published on 18th October, 2010

Olympic sporting facilities may make flats to rent in London Borough of Barking & Dagenham tempting

Olympic sporting facilities may make flats to rent in London Borough of Barking & Dagenham tempting

As the 2012 London Summer Olympic Games approach, sport is likely to be on the minds of people living in flats to rent in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham.

Read Article ... Published on 7th October, 2010

Community centre 'could make flats to rent in London appealing'

Community centre 'could make flats to rent in London appealing'

People looking at flats to rent in the London borough of Barking & Dagenham could benefit from a new community project in the area.

Read Article ... Published on 10th August, 2010

Will developers' funding problems boost renting in London?

Will developers' funding problems boost renting in London?

People looking for property to rent in London may be interested to hear that the economic downturn has hit the construction industry in the capital hard and that some companies are still dealing with financial worries.

Read Article ... Published on 6th July, 2010

Govt house price figures show 10% increase

Govt house price figures show 10% increase

Property to rent in the London borough of Barking and Dagenham and around the country could be a more attractive idea after new figures revealed that the cost of buying a home in the UK has risen by more than ten per cent.

Read Article ... Published on 15th June, 2010

London annual house price rise above UK average

London annual house price rise above UK average

People may be considering looking at property to rent in London after new data from the Land Registry showed the average cost of buying a house has increased.

Read Article ... Published on 2nd June, 2010

Hotel proposals part of wider Thames Gateway plan

Hotel proposals part of wider Thames Gateway plan

Those looking for property to rent in the London borough of Barking and Dagenham may be interested to hear about a £30 million project to convert a car park into a 21-storey hotel.

Read Article ... Published on 13th May, 2010

Mortgage customers 'less satisfied' with government-backed banks

Mortgage customers 'less satisfied' with government-backed banks

Government-backed banks trail commercial rivals in terms of customer satisfaction, according to a survey.

Read Article ... Published on 30th April, 2010

New figures show UK property price rise during 2009

New figures show UK property price rise during 2009

Property prices increased in the UK last year, according to new figures.

Read Article ... Published on 26th April, 2010

Residents in Islington to have a say in how offenders pay them back

Residents in Islington to have a say in how offenders pay them back

People who are looking for flats to rent in Islington could find that they get the chance to have a say in how justice is served in their neighbourhood.

Read Article ... Published on 30th September, 2009

Islington gets green boost

Islington gets green boost

People looking for property to rent in Islington may be pleased to hear that the government is awarding it with at least £200,000 to go towards making the Archway area greener and more energy efficient.

Read Article ... Published on 7th September, 2009

Resident of Tower Hamlets property wins cash

A resident of property in Tower Hamlets has been awarded £100 - just by paying her council tax.

Read Article ... Published on 8th June, 2009

Halifax records highest monthly house price rise in years

House prices showed their highest monthly rise for seven years in May, according to Halifax.

Read Article ... Published on 4th June, 2009

Boroughs recognised for support of councillors

London Councils has presented two of the capital's boroughs with an award recognising their support of councillors.

Read Article ... Published on 10th February, 2009

East London Transit construction begins

Residents of the London borough of Barking & Dagenham are set to benefit as construction of the East London Transit gets underway.

Read Article ... Published on 5th January, 2009

Funding to reduce alcohol-related crime in London

London residents could be set to see a reduction in alcohol-related problems as a result of new funding.

Read Article ... Published on 11th December, 2008

Thames Gateway continues regeneration plans

The Thames Gateway area is set to receive a major economic boost, it has emerged.

Read Article ... Published on 27th November, 2008

BAA in £230 million Crossrail deal

Crossrail has agreed a £230 million funding deal with the British Airports Authority (BAA) to help develop the service.

Read Article ... Published on 4th November, 2008

Housing targets 'could be held back by crunch'

The government's plans to build three million new homes in Britain by 2020 are on course to fall well short barring large-scale government intervention, it will be claimed today.

Read Article ... Published on 19th September, 2008

Olympic boroughs to get new gyms

Those thinking of moving into the London Olympic host boroughs are being offered the prospect of having more facilities to keep fit with.

Read Article ... Published on 15th September, 2008

Westminster tops beauty stakes

Those living in Westminster, the City and Kensington and Chelsea have topped a survey of the most physically attractive.

Read Article ... Published on 7th August, 2008

Dagenham flower show edges closer

Keen horticulturalists in the East End are being invited to take part in this year's Dagenham in Bloom Competition.

Read Article ... Published on 12th June, 2008

East London campus to be regenerated

Planning permission has been granted for a new housing development in the east London borough of Barking & Dagenham.

Read Article ... Published on 20th May, 2008

Thames Gateway project 'requires leadership'

Former deputy prime minister John Prescott has said that the Thames Gateway regeneration project requires effective leadership if it is to be a success.

Read Article ... Published on 27th March, 2008

New leisure centre for Dagenham

Residents of the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham are to benefit from a new leisure centre and swimming pool, it has been confirmed.

Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2008

Ten London boroughs 'harmonise regeneration plans'

A meeting occurred this week to inaugurate one of London's biggest regeneration projects, which will encompass homebuilding projects in as many as ten London boroughs.

Read Article ... Published on 7th December, 2007


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Price Guide for Barking

Weekly From Average To
Studio £98 £121 £150
1 Bed £115 £180 £202
2 Bed £173 £203 £231
3 Bed £202 £205 £231
Monthly From Average To
Studio £425 £524 £650
1 Bed £498 £780 £875
2 Bed £750 £880 £1001
3 Bed £875 £888 £1001

This is only a guide to average relative rent in Barking. Expect local variations due to condition & location.

Travel Guide for Barking

Transport:
District Line
Journey Time:
30+ mins
Tube Zones:
4
Nearest Tube:
Hammersmith And City, District

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