Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

HIGH TOWN ROAD, LU2 0DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH TOWN ROAD, LU2 0DT.

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Population

415

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LU2 0DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

LU2 0DT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 28% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

LU2 0DT is a safe, established residential area on High Town Road, 0.4km from Hart Hill in Luton. Administratively it sits within High Town ward and the Luton South constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LU2 0DT offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £138k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LU2 0DT are sourced from Output Area E00079586 (shared with 6 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 LU2 0DT. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.9%
Asian / British Asian15.0%
Black / African / Caribbean12.9%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 47%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 140,000

5 sales · Mean £ 141,000

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

LU2 0DT has low crime rates — 38 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 offences129
Anti-social behaviour50
Criminal damage and arson35
Vehicle crime34
Drugs21

school Local Schools

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St Matthew's Primary School

Requires Improvement825 pupils0.5 km
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Windmill Hill School

51 pupils0.5 km
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Richmond Hill School

Good265 pupils0.5 km
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Hart Hill Nursery School

Good113 pupils0.7 km
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Crawley Green Infant School

Outstanding256 pupils1.0 km
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Wenlock CofE Academy

Inadequate1.0 km
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Sacred Heart Primary School

Good399 pupils1.0 km
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Ramridge Primary School

Good454 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Medi Kitchen Lebanese Ltd0.6 km
  • Bamboo House0.4 km
  • donut kings uk0.7 km
  • Fillers Sandwich Bar0.5 km
  • Luton Fish Bar0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • 7 to 110.4 km
  • JJ Food Store Ltd0.7 km
  • KP Food & Wine Ltd0.7 km
  • U Leona Ltd0.1 km
  • J J Food Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • + 21 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • High Town Club0.2 km
  • Luton Co-operative Sports & Social Club0.5 km
  • Luton Indoor Bowls Club0.5 km
  • The Bricklayers Arms0.8 km
  • Painters Arms0.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Vault Lounge Dudubar0.7 km
  • Luton Irish Forum Ltd0.3 km
  • Orange Crocodile0.6 km
  • Baltistan Ltd0.2 km
  • New Khyber House Ltd0.8 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

  • High Town Road0.1 km
  • Hart Lane0.2 km
  • Abbey Drive0.2 km
  • Dorel Close0.3 km
  • Kingston Road0.3 km