Sell land in Barking
If you own land near Barking, we can usually tell you quite quickly whether it suits us, and if it doesn't, we'll say why.
From Barking, it's 2 miles to Ilford and 2 miles to Becontree. We buy land across that whole stretch of Greater London, not only within the town.
- No commission: we're the buyer
- We tell you if we can't help
- Figures you can check
Selling land near Barking?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Barking at a glance
| Town | Barking |
|---|---|
| County | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | IG11 |
| OS grid square | TQ48 |
| Nearest towns we cover | Ilford (2 mi), Becontree (2 mi), Thamesmead (3 mi) |
| Distance from central London | About 9 miles east |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Barking
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Other towns around Barking
Distances and directions are measured from Barking.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilford | IG1 | TQ48 | 2 mi north |
| Becontree | RM9 | TQ48 | 2 mi north-east |
| Thamesmead | SE28 | TQ48 | 3 mi south-east |
| Canning Town | E16 | TQ48 | 3 mi south-west |
| Stratford | E15 | TQ38 | 4 mi west |
| Dagenham | RM10 | TQ58 | 4 mi east |
Rules that apply in England
Biodiversity net gain
Under the Environment Act 2021, most developments in England must deliver at least a 10% gain in biodiversity. Since 6 August 2026, sites of 0.2 hectares or less are exempt unless priority habitat is affected.
Brownfield first
National policy gives substantial weight to reusing suitable brownfield land for homes. Councils keep brownfield land registers, and some sites can gain permission in principle.
Flood risk
Environment Agency flood maps and the sequential test steer new homes away from areas at highest risk of flooding.
How a sale works
Send us the address
A postcode, a plan or a what3words location is enough to start.
We do the homework
We read the title and planning record and check flood risk and access.
You get a written offer
With the main figures behind it, so your adviser can check it.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
Questions from landowners near Barking
Do you buy land in Barking?
Yes. We consider land in and around Barking and across Greater London. Whether we can make an offer depends on the land itself, especially its access and planning prospects, and we'll tell you either way.
How do I get an offer for land in Barking?
Use the form on this page or call 0800 088 6248. Tell us the postcode, the rough size and anything you know about planning, and we'll come back to you.
Where do you buy land?
Across England and Wales. Planning rules differ between the two, and we take that into account in every appraisal.
Can I sell land without planning permission?
Yes. Land without consent is bought and sold every day. The question is whether you want a lower price now or a higher price later that depends on permission being granted.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Barking
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.