LU1 1FL is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Chaul End in Luton. Administratively it sits within Dallow ward and the Luton South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LU1 1FL offers a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 46% 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 low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for LU1 1FL are sourced from Output Area E00079522 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LU1 1FL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LU1 1FL.
444
34
£ 41,200 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU1 1FL 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LU1 1FL spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU1 1FL. The average age is 34.0. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU1 1FL has low crime rates — 43 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.
school Local Schools
Downside Primary School
Foxdell Primary School
Maidenhall Primary School
Challney High School for Boys
Beech Hill Community Primary School
Whipperley Infant Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Old Boys of Luton 2015 Ltd0.8 km
- The Leicester Arms0.9 km
- Beech Hill Bowling Club0.9 km
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Rose News1.0 km
- AKS Food City1.0 km
- Jalal Supermarket0.5 km
- Bestfoods1.0 km
- G & A Superstore1.0 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Sunview Guest House0.8 km
- SunviewGuest House0.8 km
- The Chiltern Hotel0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Dilkhush Well Being Club1.0 km
- KD'S Cafe0.9 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited0.6 km
- Akbar's Peri Peri0.5 km
- Dee Dees Family Cafe0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bagel & Shake (Luton) Ltd0.1 km
- Dallow Fish Bar0.1 km
- KFC0.4 km
- Krispy Lemon Chicken Ltd0.9 km
- Chico’s Parmi N Shakes1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave2.3 km
- Luton2.7 km
- Luton Airport2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Easingwold Gardens0.1 km
- Warren Road0.2 km
- Warren Road0.2 km
- Cosgrove Way0.3 km
- Cosgrove Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LU11FL · Data under Open Government Licence