Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SUNDOWN AVENUE, LU5 4AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNDOWN AVENUE, LU5 4AJ.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

LU5 4AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £355k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 12.4% year-on-year.

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

LU5 4AJ is a safe, established residential area on Sundown Avenue, 0.9km from Stipers Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Manshead ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LU5, LU5 4AJ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k, down 12.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LU5 4AJ are sourced from Output Area E00088808 (shared with 3 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 LU5 4AJ. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.1%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 342,000

17 sales · Mean £ 339,705

Detached

£ 358,500

6 sales · Mean £ 360,750

Terraced

£ 317,500

3 sales · Mean £ 307,500

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

LU5 4AJ has low crime rates — 27 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 offences57
Anti-social behaviour22
Vehicle crime17
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft12

school Local Schools

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St. Augustine's Academy

Good178 pupils0.3 km
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Priory Academy

Good749 pupils0.7 km
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Ardley Hill Academy

Requires Improvement459 pupils0.9 km
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Watling Lower School

Good202 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good230 pupils1.0 km
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Manshead CofE Academy

Good1080 pupils1.0 km
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Lark Rise Academy

Outstanding354 pupils1.3 km
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Dunstable Icknield Lower School

Outstanding326 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Froth 'n' Elbow0.6 km
  • The Glider0.8 km
  • United Services Club0.7 km
  • The Market Cross0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Caring Cafe0.3 km
  • Mo’s Peri Peri Pizza0.3 km
  • Anarkali Restaurant0.7 km
  • Catering Academy0.9 km
  • Wilson Vale Catering0.4 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Paradise Takeaway1.0 km
  • Tong Wong0.6 km
  • Lucky Corner0.9 km
  • Ocean Breeze1.0 km
  • Fish Master0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Angel Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Sweeeeeetz0.2 km
  • Downside Supermarket0.2 km
  • Spar1.0 km
  • The Butchers0.8 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Highwayman Hotel0.5 km
  • Holiday Inn Express Dunstable0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leagrave4.3 km
  • Luton6.3 km
  • Luton Airport6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Mayfield Road0.2 km
  • Oakwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Mayfield Stores0.3 km
  • Mayfield Stores0.3 km
  • Half Moon Lane0.3 km