Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

LU1 1EX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LU1 1EX.

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Population

535

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Avg Age

31

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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 1EX 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.

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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

80% of LU1 1EX's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 31 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LU1 1EX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Bury Park in Luton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Biscot ward and the Luton South constituency.

The people who live in LU1 1EX are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 31 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 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 is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 1EX are sourced from Output Area E00079415 (shared with 13 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 1EX. 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

White / British10.4%
Asian / British Asian79.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.8%
Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around LU1 1EX is moderate at 58 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 offences311
Anti-social behaviour81
Other theft70
Public order56
Vehicle crime49

school Local Schools

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Beech Hill Community Primary School

Good900 pupils0.3 km
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Dallow Primary School

Good618 pupils0.5 km
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Denbigh High School

Outstanding1118 pupils0.7 km
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Rothesay Nursery School

Good89 pupils1.0 km
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River Bank Primary School

Good719 pupils1.0 km
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Maidenhall Primary School

Good708 pupils1.0 km
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Denbigh Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils1.0 km
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Foxdell Primary School

Good231 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

99 nearby
  • Bury Park enterprise Ltd0.0 km
  • Biscot Road Store0.5 km
  • Haji & Sons0.0 km
  • Halal Butchers0.6 km
  • Hiba Health Foods0.7 km
  • + 94 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 Club0.2 km
  • After 8 Entertainments Ltd0.9 km
  • The White House0.8 km
  • Beech Hill Conservative Club0.2 km
  • The Greenhouse0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

53 nearby
  • Ridings Coffee House Ltd0.2 km
  • Aroma Cafe and Bite Limited0.1 km
  • Cafe 1 (UK)0.0 km
  • Chaat Box0.3 km
  • Chai and Chapati0.1 km
  • + 48 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

45 nearby
  • Chayee paani0.8 km
  • Dallow Karahi0.4 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 Limited0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Luton1.0 km
  • Luton Airport1.2 km
  • Luton Airport Parkway2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Kenilworth Road0.0 km
  • Birch Link0.1 km
  • Birch Link0.2 km
  • Kenilworth Road0.2 km
  • Birch Link0.2 km