RM9 (Dagenham) demonstrates rental dynamics outpacing capital appreciation, with five-year rent growth of 6.1% annually compared to price growth of 2.6%. The district scores 58.3/100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally, indicating above-average market fundamentals. Population expansion of 1.1% over five years reflects modest demographic change within an actively gentrifying area. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests investor interest in yield-focused strategies rather than appreciation plays. Property valuations remain relatively accessible relative to broader London benchmarks, though this reflects the district's stage in urban regeneration cycles and infrastructure development patterns typical of East London's outer zones.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Dagenham · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.1 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by safety.
67 planning applications submitted in RM9 over the last six months, 2 change of use.
- Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for the change of use from a retail shop (Use Class E(A)) to restaurant (Use Class E(B))Jan 2026 · Lawful (Certificate)
- Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for the change of use of the dwelling (Use Class C3(A)) to a residential home (Use Class C3(B)) for up to 2 adult residents living together as a single household receiving care by up to one carer on a shift basisJan 2026 · Lawful (Certificate)
- Construction of a single storey rear and side extensionApr 2026 · pending
Dagenham (RM9) common questions
Is Dagenham up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Dagenham (RM9) as Active. Its trajectory score is 58/100 (Strong), in the top 11% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Dagenham safe?
Dagenham has a safety score of 48/100 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 (RM9) 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 (RM9) is £1,561 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Dagenham?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Dagenham (RM10), Dagenham (RM8), Swanley (BR8), Ilford (IG3), Romford (RM6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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