IG11, Barking, Essex

Barking, located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham in Essex, is a vibrant town offering a wide range of amenities. With excellent transport links to central London, Barking is an ideal place to live for those looking to commute to the city. It is a multicultural town, with a variety of restaurants, bars and shops reflecting the diverse population.

The town centre is home to the Riverside Shopping Centre and a thriving high street, while the nearby Abbey Retail Park offers a range of retail outlets. There are plenty of green spaces, such as Eastbury Manor, Thames View Park and Eastbury Pond Nature Reserve, as well as a variety of leisure facilities.

The IG11 postcode area encompasses a combination of residential areas, with a range of terraced houses, flats and bungalows, as well as some new developments. It is a great area for families, with plenty of schools, nurseries and play parks. Further afield, there are opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside, with Dagenham Heathway Nature Reserves and Rainham Marshes, both of which offer stunning views and a variety of wildlife.