LU2 0DZ is a safe, established residential area on Oxen Road, 0.4km from Hart Hill in Luton. Administratively it sits within High Town ward and the Luton South constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 71% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LU2 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00079574 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXEN ROAD, LU2 0DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXEN ROAD, LU2 0DZ.
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32
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU2 0DZ 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
At 71% private renter occupancy, LU2 0DZ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Low crime and budget prices create strong demand from cost-conscious renters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU2 0DZ. The average age is 32.2. 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
1 sales · Mean £ 100,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LU2 0DZ is moderate at 52 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
Windmill Hill School
St Matthew's Primary School
Richmond Hill School
Hart Hill Nursery School
Wenlock CofE Academy
Crawley Green Infant School
Ramridge Primary School
Sacred Heart Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Medi Kitchen Lebanese Ltd0.4 km
- Bamboo House0.6 km
- CHURROS MEXICANOS0.9 km
- donut kings uk0.5 km
- Fillers Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- + 30 more
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- UCKG HelpCentre/Luton Foodbank (UCKG)0.9 km
- Colin Newsagents0.5 km
- High Town Food & Wine0.1 km
- BMS Grocers0.6 km
- 7 to 110.2 km
- + 46 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- PizzaExpress (Restaurants) Limited0.9 km
- Luton Irish Forum Ltd0.1 km
- NuCrema Crepes and Coffee0.9 km
- The Mas Cafe1.0 km
- Vault Lounge Dudubar0.5 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Luton Co-operative Sports & Social Club0.7 km
- High Town Club0.0 km
- Wheelwrights Arms0.8 km
- George II0.8 km
- The Hat Factory (Culture Trust Luton)0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Thistle Express0.9 km
- Leaside Hotel & Restaurant1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Luton0.8 km
- Luton Airport0.8 km
- Luton Airport Parkway1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Jubilee Street0.1 km
- Charles Street0.2 km
- Bell's Park0.2 km
- Bell's Park0.3 km
- High Town Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LU20DZ · Data under Open Government Licence