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Dagenham is an East London town, part of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Home to a growing a diverse community, the borough now has a population of over 230,000 people.

Dagenham Village near Old Dagenham Park provides a glimpse into the town's ancient origins and local heritage. This conservation area is centred around the early 13th-century church of St Peter and St Paul, the war memorial, Millennium Green and the Grade II-listed pub, the Cross Keys. Dagenham is also recognised for its green spaces with the wider borough offering 28 parks and open spaces to explore.

Families are attracted to Dagenham by its selection of highly regarded primary and secondary schools, alongside its parks, play areas, and leisure facilities. For commuters, direct c2c services from Dagenham Dock can reach London Fenchurch Street in around 20 minutes. The town is continuing to evolve through investment in new homes, infrastructure and employment. Eastbrook Studios is supporting the growth of the local film and television industry, while major developments such as Dagenham Green are introducing thousands of new homes and creating local jobs, apprenticeships and training opportunities, helping to establish Dagenham as an increasingly attractive place to live and work.