LU4 is a postcode district in Luton, East of England, covering 732 active and 304 retired postcodes.
The largest share of LU4 (29%) is characterised by a tight-knit Pakistani community with strong local ties and family networks, alongside a council estate or housing association area with many young families (25%). A further 19% of the district is made up of an aspirational, minority-led community with growing professional households. Overall, LU4 is a varied district — different streets can feel quite different in character.
Property: Average house prices in LU4 are around £292k, down 3.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across LU4 at 226 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. With an average age of 35, LU4 has a young professional to mixed-family community — active, with a healthy balance of renters and owner-occupiers.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full LU4 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
LU4 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the LU4 postcode area.
58,006
35
£ 40,544 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines LU4 — 49% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk. Property prices are trending down 3.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Pastures Way Nursery School
Chalton Lower School
Ferrars Junior School
Maidenhall Primary School
Downside Primary School
Pirton Hill Primary School
Beech Hill Community Primary School
The Gill Blowers Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
68 nearby- Jamal Store
- Surma Stores
- A & V Food and Wine
- A Family Food Store
- Afghan Supermarket
- + 63 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- SunviewGuest House
- Sunview Guest House
- The Chiltern Hotel
- The Quality Skyline Hotel
- The Signpost Hostel
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Star
- Beech Hill Bowling Club
- Beech Hill Conservative Club
- Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club
- Luton Bobbers Supporters Club
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Cochin Palace
- Baba Lal
- Akbar's Peri Peri
- Al Badar Original
- Arabella Lounge
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative
- Tesco Express
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Alauddin Sweets Centre
- BHAGARA
- Block Burgers Limited
- Bonitos Peri Peri
- Chico’s Parmi N Shakes
- + 32 more
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Area Profile: LU4 · Data under Open Government Licence