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.
SUNCOTE CLOSE, LU6 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNCOTE CLOSE, LU6 1BS.
342
42
£ 49,200 /yr
49%
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
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
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.
school Local Schools
Weatherfield Academy
All Saints Academy Dunstable
Beecroft Academy
Westfield Nursery School
Houghton Regis Primary School
Lancot School
Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- FOOWA0.8 km
- Wok Star0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: LU61BS · Data under Open Government Licence