LU1 1DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Avondale Road, 0.3km from Bury Park in Luton. Administratively it sits within Dallow ward and the Luton South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LU1 1DT offers the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00173662 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AVONDALE ROAD, LU1 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AVONDALE ROAD, LU1 1DT.
228
31
£ 33,300 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU1 1DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
The IMD places LU1 1DT among England's most economically pressured postcodes — 7% unemployment; council investment and regeneration schemes are active or planned. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU1 1DT. The average age is 31.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 100,000
3 sales · Mean £ 107,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LU1 1DT is above average at 93 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dallow Primary School
Beech Hill Community Primary School
Rothesay Nursery School
Denbigh High School
Whipperley Infant Academy
Chapel Street Nursery School
Foxdell Primary School
Maidenhall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
113 nearby- Ashcroft Supermarket1.0 km
- Bubble CiTea0.9 km
- Moldova0.8 km
- One Below Retail Limited0.9 km
- Sam 99p0.9 km
- + 108 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- After 8 Entertainments Ltd0.7 km
- The White House0.7 km
- Luton Bobbers Supporters Club0.3 km
- The Exchange1.0 km
- The Hat Factory (Culture Trust Luton)1.0 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- College Canteen0.6 km
- Merkur Slots0.9 km
- Ridings Coffee House Ltd0.2 km
- Aroma Cafe and Bite Limited0.3 km
- Cafe 1 (UK)0.2 km
- + 69 more
Takeaway Shop
50 nearby- Downtown Pizza & Desserts Ltd0.8 km
- Dunk Bubblez0.8 km
- Fireaway Pizza Luton Ltd0.8 km
- Kebabite0.8 km
- Sam's Chicken0.8 km
- + 45 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Signpost Hostel0.7 km
- Thistle Express0.9 km
- Leaside Hotel & Restaurant0.6 km
- The Quality Skyline Hotel0.5 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express1.0 km
- Co-operative1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Luton0.9 km
- Luton Airport1.1 km
- Luton Airport Parkway2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kenilworth Road0.1 km
- Kenilworth Road0.2 km
- Sainsburys0.3 km
- Birch Link0.3 km
- Dallow Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LU11DT · Data under Open Government Licence