LU3 1BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Malzeard Road, 0.3km from Wardown in Luton. Administratively it sits within Biscot ward and the Luton South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LU3 1BN offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 67% 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 is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £86k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 LU3 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00079409 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALZEARD ROAD, LU3 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALZEARD ROAD, LU3 1BN.
352
35
£ 33,300 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU3 1BN 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
LU3 1BN has a highly multicultural community character — 49% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 35 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU3 1BN. The average age is 34.7. 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
£ 89,250
8 sales · Mean £ 102,562
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LU3 1BN is moderate at 56 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
Denbigh High School
Beech Hill Community Primary School
River Bank Primary School
Dallow Primary School
St Matthew's Primary School
Windmill Hill School
Richmond Hill School
Denbigh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- Medi Kitchen Lebanese Ltd0.9 km
- Chayee paani0.9 km
- Dallow Karahi0.8 km
- Kentucky Fried Chicken0.4 km
- My Belgian Waffle0.5 km
- + 48 more
Retailers - Other
102 nearby- Bury Park enterprise Ltd0.4 km
- Biscot Road Store0.4 km
- Haji & Sons0.4 km
- Halal Butchers0.7 km
- Hiba Health Foods0.8 km
- + 97 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Signpost Hostel0.9 km
- Thistle Express0.9 km
- Leaside Hotel & Restaurant0.4 km
- The Quality Skyline Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Luton Bobbers Supporters Club0.6 km
- George II1.0 km
- The Hat Factory (Culture Trust Luton)0.9 km
- Beech Hill Conservative Club0.5 km
- Painters Arms0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- Ridings Coffee House Ltd0.3 km
- Aroma Cafe and Bite Limited0.3 km
- Cafe 1 (UK)0.4 km
- Chaat Box0.6 km
- Chai and Chapati0.4 km
- + 59 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Co-operative0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Luton0.8 km
- Luton Airport1.0 km
- Luton Airport Parkway2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Studley Road0.2 km
- Studley Road0.2 km
- Cromwell Road0.2 km
- Cromwell Hill0.2 km
- Cromwell Hill0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LU31BN · Data under Open Government Licence