Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

LU3 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LU3 1AS.

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Population

528

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LU3 1AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LU3 1AS has a highly multicultural community character — 83% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

LU3 1AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Biscot in Luton. Administratively it sits within Biscot ward and the Luton South constituency.

For families considering a move, LU3 1AS represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LU3 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00079420 (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 LU3 1AS. The average age is 33.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British8.5%
Asian / British Asian82.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

LU3 1AS has low crime rates — 30 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 offences164
Anti-social behaviour35
Criminal damage and arson30
Other theft22
Vehicle crime20

school Local Schools

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Denbigh Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils0.2 km
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William Austin Junior School

Good575 pupils0.7 km
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River Bank Primary School

Good719 pupils0.7 km
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William Austin Infant School

Good385 pupils0.7 km
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Maidenhall Primary School

Good708 pupils0.7 km
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Denbigh High School

Outstanding1118 pupils0.8 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good759 pupils1.0 km
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Beech Hill Community Primary School

Good900 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

48 nearby
  • Biscot Road Store0.7 km
  • Halal Butchers0.6 km
  • Hiba Health Foods0.5 km
  • Leagrave Service Station0.4 km
  • QKI Food store0.9 km
  • + 43 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Signpost Hostel0.9 km
  • The Quality Skyline Hotel1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Chaat Box0.9 km
  • Monal Restaurant0.5 km
  • Dilkhush Well Being Club0.9 km
  • Amor Dessert Lounge0.4 km
  • Dessert Island0.2 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • Chayee paani0.4 km
  • Niralla Sweets Ltd0.9 km
  • Sahara Egypt0.8 km
  • Spice Hut0.9 km
  • Bamboo Garden0.4 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Co-operative0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Old Moat House0.8 km
  • Biscot Mill/The Hungry Horse0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Luton2.0 km
  • Leagrave2.1 km
  • Luton Airport2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Kennington Road0.1 km
  • Woodland Avenue0.1 km
  • Kennington Road0.1 km
  • St Augustine Avenue0.2 km
  • St Augustine Avenue0.3 km