Average Rent in Barking and Dagenham
As of January 2026, the average rent in Barking and Dagenham is £1,681/month — 26% above the England average of £1,332. Rents are rising quickly, up +10.4% in the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,681/month (26% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents rising fast: +10.4% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £1,364/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £167/month for a 1-bed
- London borough — expect referencing and credit checks as standard
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Barking and Dagenham breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,681 | +10.4% |
| 1 bedroom | £1,364 | +10.4% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,702 | +10.5% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,877 | +10.5% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,502 | +9.8% |
Rent by property type
In Barking and Dagenham, flats and maisonettes make up a large share of the rental market. Here’s how average rents compare across property types.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,863 |
| Semi-detached | £1,950 |
| Terraced | £1,831 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,599 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Outer East London area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £560 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £1,197 | £1,364 | +£167 |
| 2 bed | £1,396 | £1,702 | +£306 |
| 3 bed | £1,670 | £1,877 | +£207 |
| 4 bed | £1,945 | £2,502 | +£557 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Barking and Dagenham: what to know
Barking and Dagenham is a London borough where rental demand is consistently high. The average rent of £1,681 per month is 26% above the England average of £1,332. This is 20% below the London regional average of £2,099.
Rents in Barking and Dagenham are rising quickly — up +10.4% over the past year, faster than the London average of +3.1%. For renters already in the area, this makes staying put more attractive than moving — and for newcomers, it highlights the importance of acting quickly when a suitable property appears.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Outer East London area is £1,197/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £1,364. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £167/month.
London landlords and agents almost always run credit and referencing checks. A strong credit profile can make the difference between securing a property and losing out to another applicant. Reporting your rent payments to credit agencies is one way to start building that history.
FAQs
What is the average rent in Barking and Dagenham?
The average rent in Barking and Dagenham is £1,681 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £1,364, a 2-bed £1,702, a 3-bed £1,877.
Is rent in Barking and Dagenham going up or down?
Rents in Barking and Dagenham have increased by +10.4% over the past year. This is well above the national average rate of increase, putting extra pressure on renters.
How does rent in Barking and Dagenham compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Barking and Dagenham (£1,364) is £167 above the LHA rate of £1,197 for the Outer East London area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
Is Barking and Dagenham expensive compared to other London boroughs?
At £1,681/month, Barking and Dagenham is relatively more affordable compared to some central London boroughs, though still above the England average of £1,332. It may offer better value for renters willing to commute.
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