Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SUNCOTE CLOSE, LU6 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNCOTE CLOSE, LU6 1BS.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

LU6 1BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £320k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

LU6 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Suncote Close, 0.7km from Chalk Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Northfields ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LU6, LU6 1BS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k.

Census 2021 statistics for LU6 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00177160 (shared with 10 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 LU6 1BS. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.0%
Asian / British Asian5.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

49%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

Terraced

£ 275,500

12 sales · Mean £ 286,166

Semi-Detached

£ 304,000

2 sales · Mean £ 304,000

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

LU6 1BS 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 offences30
Anti-social behaviour13
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Weatherfield Academy

Good147 pupils0.9 km
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All Saints Academy Dunstable

Requires Improvement713 pupils0.9 km
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Beecroft Academy

Good411 pupils1.0 km
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Westfield Nursery School

Requires Improvement139 pupils1.0 km
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Houghton Regis Primary School

Good351 pupils1.4 km
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Lancot School

Good417 pupils1.4 km
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Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School

Good190 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Westfield News1.0 km
  • Chalk Hill Service Station0.7 km
  • Brilliant Food and Wine0.8 km
  • MV Food & Wine1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Donatellos0.8 km
  • Irmak BBQ0.8 km
  • Tony's Cafe1.0 km
  • Chicken and Pizza Hutt0.8 km
  • King Kebab0.8 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • FOOWA0.8 km
  • Wok Star0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Lion0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leagrave5.8 km
  • Harlington8.0 km
  • Luton8.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Money Mead Hail + Ride0.1 km
  • Suncote Avenue0.1 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.2 km
  • Bank Avenue Hail + Ride0.2 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.2 km