Barking and Dagenham LPA BNG

Barking and Dagenham, located in East London, is a compact borough that blends industrial heritage, residential communities, and emerging regeneration zones. Covering approximately 37 square kilometres, the borough includes key areas such as Barking, Dagenham, Becontree, and the Thames Riverside. While largely urban, the borough features a network of green spaces, brownfield sites, and river corridors that support biodiversity in an evolving landscape.

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Aligned with the Environment Act 2021, Barking and Dagenham Council requires most development proposals to achieve a minimum of 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). This can be delivered through on-site habitat creation or enhancement, off-site biodiversity units, or contributions to borough-wide green infrastructure and habitat connectivity.

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The borough sits within the Thames Estuary region and is characterised by its riverfront, floodplains, and post-industrial lands. These areas support a variety of habitats such as reedbeds, urban grasslands, and brownfield mosaic, many of which are recognised as priorities for conservation in an urban context.

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The ongoing regeneration of Barking Riverside and other large-scale housing developments offers both challenges and opportunities for BNG delivery. Integrating biodiversity into the urban fabric, particularly through green roofs, sustainable drainage systems, and connected green corridors, is key to effective implementation.

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For developers, landowners, and planning professionals working in Barking and Dagenham, understanding local habitats, policy priorities, and BNG delivery options is essential. Our team provides BNG assessments, ecological surveys, and assistance in designing and delivering viable on-site and off-site BNG solutions.

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To learn more or receive updates about BNG units and schemes in the area, get in touch with us.