Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

CHARLWOOD ROAD, LU4 0BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARLWOOD ROAD, LU4 0BT.

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Population

438

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 47,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
workEmployment
5/10
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9/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LU4 0BT has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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

LU4 0BT is a mixed residential area on Charlwood Road, 1.0km from Chaul End in Luton. Administratively it sits within Challney ward and the Luton North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% 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 is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.

Census 2021 statistics for LU4 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00079460 (shared with 9 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 LU4 0BT. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British29.4%
Asian / British Asian53.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed12.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

5 sales · Mean £ 316,600

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

Crime around LU4 0BT is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences132
Public order24
Criminal damage and arson22
Anti-social behaviour17
Drugs16

school Local Schools

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The Ferrars Academy

Good340 pupils0.8 km
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Challney High School for Boys

Outstanding1194 pupils0.9 km
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Ferrars Junior School

Good356 pupils0.9 km
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St Christophers Academy

Good374 pupils1.1 km
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Pastures Way Nursery School

Good134 pupils1.2 km
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Southfield Primary Academy

Good383 pupils1.2 km
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St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School

Good429 pupils1.3 km
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The Chalk Hills Academy

Good1543 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Dunstable Road Service Station0.7 km
  • WHSmith Luton Hospital Surgical Block0.5 km
  • Poynters News0.8 km
  • Choice Food and Wine0.6 km
  • Esso Service Station0.7 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club0.5 km
  • The Halfway House0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Genting Casino Luton0.5 km
  • Mecca Bingo0.5 km
  • Caffe Nuovo0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Limited0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Pepes Fish Bar Ltd0.5 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leagrave2.1 km
  • Luton4.4 km
  • Luton Airport4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Stanton Road0.3 km
  • Stanton Road0.3 km
  • Chaul End Road0.3 km
  • Shelley Road0.3 km
  • Shelley Road0.3 km