Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

IVY ROAD, LU1 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IVY ROAD, LU1 1DN.

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Population

590

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 33,300 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LU1 1DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LU1 1DN is a regeneration-priority area — ranked among the most deprived nationally by the IMD, with 6% unemployment and a community that has historically faced structural economic pressures. Low crime relative to deprivation is a positive signal of community cohesion.

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LU1 1DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ivy Road, 0.1km from Bury Park in Luton. Administratively it sits within Dallow ward and the Luton South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LU1 1DN is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for LU1 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00177156 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU1 1DN. The average age is 25.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British0.5%
Asian / British Asian94.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 6%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,000

7 sales · Mean £ 222,142

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LU1 1DN has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences250
Anti-social behaviour72
Other theft65
Public order46
Criminal damage and arson40

school Local Schools

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Beech Hill Community Primary School

Good900 pupils0.3 km
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Dallow Primary School

Good618 pupils0.4 km
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Denbigh High School

Outstanding1118 pupils0.8 km
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Rothesay Nursery School

Good89 pupils0.9 km
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Maidenhall Primary School

Good708 pupils1.0 km
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Foxdell Primary School

Good231 pupils1.0 km
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Denbigh Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils1.1 km
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Whipperley Infant Academy

Good268 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

96 nearby
  • Bury Park enterprise Ltd0.2 km
  • Biscot Road Store0.6 km
  • Haji & Sons0.1 km
  • Halal Butchers0.7 km
  • Hiba Health Foods0.8 km
  • + 91 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Signpost Hostel0.6 km
  • Leaside Hotel & Restaurant0.7 km
  • The Quality Skyline Hotel0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Luton Bobbers Supporters Club0.1 km
  • After 8 Entertainments Ltd0.9 km
  • The White House0.9 km
  • Beech Hill Conservative Club0.2 km
  • The Greenhouse0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

52 nearby
  • Ridings Coffee House Ltd0.3 km
  • Aroma Cafe and Bite Limited0.2 km
  • Cafe 1 (UK)0.1 km
  • Chaat Box0.3 km
  • Chai and Chapati0.1 km
  • + 47 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

45 nearby
  • Chayee paani0.9 km
  • Dallow Karahi0.3 km
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken0.2 km
  • My Belgian Waffle0.2 km
  • Niralla Sweets Ltd0.3 km
  • + 40 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Co-operative0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Luton1.1 km
  • Luton Airport1.2 km
  • Luton Airport Parkway3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Kenilworth Road0.1 km
  • Birch Link0.1 km
  • Birch Link0.2 km
  • Kenilworth Road0.2 km
  • Birch Link0.2 km