LU4 0DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bakewell Close, 0.8km from Chaul End in Luton. Administratively it sits within Challney ward and the Luton North constituency.
For serious buyers, LU4 0DQ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 13.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LU4 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00079461 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAKEWELL CLOSE, LU4 0DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKEWELL CLOSE, LU4 0DQ.
343
40
£ 47,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
58% of LU4 0DQ'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 13.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU4 0DQ. The average age is 40.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
9 sales · Mean £ 299,222
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU4 0DQ has low crime rates — 24 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.
school Local Schools
Challney High School for Boys
The Ferrars Academy
Ferrars Junior School
Downside Primary School
Challney High School for Girls
Leagrave Primary School
St Christophers Academy
Southfield Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Dunstable Road Service Station0.5 km
- WHSmith Luton Hospital Surgical Block0.5 km
- Rose News1.0 km
- Choice Food and Wine0.9 km
- Esso Service Station0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club0.5 km
- The Leicester Arms0.8 km
- Old Boys of Luton 2015 Ltd1.0 km
- Caddington Golf Club0.8 km
- The Halfway House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa0.9 km
- Genting Casino Luton0.8 km
- Mecca Bingo0.8 km
- Caffe Nuovo0.5 km
- Akbar's Peri Peri1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Sunview Guest House0.9 km
- Travelodge Limited0.5 km
- SunviewGuest House0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pepes Fish Bar Ltd0.8 km
- Yo! To Go!0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave2.0 km
- Luton4.0 km
- Luton Airport4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Stanton Road0.2 km
- Stanton Road0.2 km
- Chaul End Road0.3 km
- Stanton Road0.4 km
- Stanton Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LU40DQ · Data under Open Government Licence