LU4 0EF is a mixed residential area on Lime Avenue, 0.9km from Leagrave in Luton. Administratively it sits within Challney ward and the Luton North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — 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 — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £345k, down 2.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LU4 0EF are sourced from Output Area E00079469 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIME AVENUE, LU4 0EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME AVENUE, LU4 0EF.
336
42
£ 47,500 /yr
42%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LU4 0EF 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. Property prices are trending down 2.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU4 0EF. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 326,000
7 sales · Mean £ 333,785
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LU4 0EF is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Leagrave Primary School
Ferrars Junior School
The Ferrars Academy
Challney High School for Girls
Challney High School for Boys
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School
Pastures Way Nursery School
Southfield Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Bibis Grocery0.8 km
- Hockwell ring grocery LTD0.9 km
- Londis – Leagrave0.4 km
- Premier News0.9 km
- Dunstable Road Service Station0.7 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Club (Lewsey Social Club)1.0 km
- Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Peri Bite0.9 km
- Mr Chips0.8 km
- Spicy house ltd T/A The fat pizza/The Fat Burger/ Dixy Chicken0.7 km
- Hockwell Ring Fish & Chips & Chinese Take Away0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Limited0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Elements0.8 km
- Caffe Nuovo0.5 km
- Lewsey Sports Park Cafe0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave1.2 km
- Luton4.4 km
- Luton Airport4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Copperfields0.1 km
- Copperfields0.2 km
- Luton & Dunstable Hospital0.3 km
- Lime Avenue0.3 km
- Lewsey Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LU40EF · Data under Open Government Licence