Becontree, Barking and Dagenham

Current local priorities

• Ward Panel 04/06/2026 ASB related incidents reported by residents and businesses primarily around alleyways backing onto Green Lane and Becontree Avenue and Dunkeld Road close to Goodmayes Park entrances. Residents have also reported rough sleeping at the back of their gardens which is linked to Goodmayes park. Data shows 15 ASB related incidents reported to police since last ward panel.
• Ward Panel 04/06/2026 Vehicle related crime reported by around Mayesbrook Road, Butler Road and Gainsborough Road. This involves speeding vehicles, loud vehicle noises, dangerous driving and driving not in accordance with licence or insurance. Councillor Saleem has highlighted this issue with senior leaders at LBBD and Police SLT.
• Ward Panel 04/06/2026 Burglary related incidents have been raised by many residents across the ward. Data shows 22 reported offences since last ward panel, Becontree ward remains one of the hot spots for burglary offences for Barking & Dagenham borough.