Living in Barking
A major east London interchange with some of the lowest rents in the model and a functional town-centre feel.
1-bed rent
£1,250/mo
2-bed rent
£1,650/mo
Transport zone
Zone 4
Fastest commute
~20 min
Transport from Barking
Barking
Barking is served by the District, Hammersmith & City, Overground and National Rail.
Commute times from Barking
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Canary Wharf | ~20 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~27 min |
| Bank / City | ~29 min |
| London Bridge | ~29 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~34 min |
| Waterloo | ~34 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~38 min |
| Victoria | ~39 min |
| Marylebone | ~41 min |
| Paddington | ~43 min |
Barking lifestyle profile
Transport
Gym density
Walkability
Young professionals
Lively
Green space
Food scene
Safety
Nightlife
Café density
Barking strengths
- ✓District, Hammersmith & City, Overground, and rail links
- ✓Strong affordability
- ✓Large everyday retail offer
Trade-offs
- →Outer-zone feel
- →Less lifestyle polish
- →Longer trips to west London
Who Barking suits best
- →young professionals and career-focused people
- →sporty and fitness-focused people
- →people looking for a well-rounded area with no major trade-offs
Frequently asked questions
What is Barking like to live in?
A major east London interchange with some of the lowest rents in the model and a functional town-centre feel. The main strengths are district, hammersmith & city, overground, and rail links and strong affordability.
What is the average rent in Barking?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Barking costs around £1,250 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £1,650 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Barking?
The fastest commute from Barking is to Canary Wharf at approximately 20 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 29 minutes.
Is Barking a good area to live in London?
Barking is in Barking and Dagenham, Zone 4. It's well-suited to young professionals and career-focused people. The main trade-off is: outer-zone feel.
Compare Barking with similar areas
Barking is in Barking and Dagenham
See all neighbourhoods in this borough →
Find out if Barking is right for you
Enter your commute destination, salary and lifestyle to get a personalised neighbourhood ranking that includes Barking.
Open the discovery tool →