Barking might sound like a noise your pupper makes, but it’s actually a legit London borough. It’s in East London, and it’s having a serious glow-up. You can find new-build flats for prices that would make your central-London friends weep into their avocado toast.
Plus, the Elizabeth Line now runs through here. That means you can be in Liverpool Street in less than 20 minutes. Suddenly, Barking sounds a lot less like a dog and a lot more like a bargain.
Why it’s cheap (and why that’s fine):
It’s a bit rough around the edges, but that’s where the fun is. You get a genuine community vibe and some cracking curry houses. And honestly, who needs manicured parks when you have a direct train to the West End?
