Postcode Analysis Luton, East of England

WINKFIELD CLOSE, LU4 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINKFIELD CLOSE, LU4 0BY.

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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

54% of LU4 0BY's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 14.5% year-on-year.

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

LU4 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Winkfield Close, 1.0km from Chaul End in Luton. Administratively it sits within Challney ward and the Luton North constituency.

For families considering a move, LU4 0BY represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £332k, up 14.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LU4 0BY 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 0BY. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

3 sales · Mean £ 311,666

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

LU4 0BY has low crime rates — 22 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour14
Drugs14
Vehicle crime12
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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The Ferrars Academy

Good340 pupils0.9 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 pupils1.3 km
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Southfield Primary Academy

Good383 pupils1.3 km
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The Chalk Hills Academy

Good1543 pupils1.3 km
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St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School

Good429 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Dunstable Road Service Station0.7 km
  • WHSmith Luton Hospital Surgical Block0.6 km
  • Poynters News0.8 km
  • Choice Food and Wine0.6 km
  • Esso Service Station0.7 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club0.6 km
  • Caddington Golf Club1.0 km
  • The Halfway House0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

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

  • Leagrave2.2 km
  • Luton4.4 km
  • Luton Airport4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Stanton Road0.3 km
  • Stanton Road0.3 km
  • Chaul End Road0.3 km
  • Shelley Road0.4 km
  • Shelley Road0.4 km