Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

PALMA CLOSE, LU6 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMA CLOSE, LU6 1BU.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LU6 1BU spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. £325k 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 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Palma 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 1BU offers a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.

Census 2021 statistics for LU6 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00088825 (shared with 4 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 1BU. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.6%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean6.5%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
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

£ 320,000

9 sales · Mean £ 301,250

Semi-Detached

£ 277,500

2 sales · Mean £ 277,500

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

LU6 1BU has low crime rates — 23 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 offences37
Anti-social behaviour18
Vehicle crime11
Criminal damage and arson8
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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All Saints Academy Dunstable

Requires Improvement713 pupils0.7 km
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Weatherfield Academy

Good147 pupils0.9 km
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Westfield Nursery School

Requires Improvement139 pupils1.0 km
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Beecroft Academy

Good411 pupils1.0 km
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Houghton Regis Primary School

Good351 pupils1.2 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
  • Chalk Hill Service Station0.7 km
  • Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Westfield News1.0 km
  • Brilliant Food and Wine0.6 km
  • MV Food & Wine0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Donatellos0.7 km
  • Irmak BBQ0.7 km
  • Tony's Cafe0.8 km
  • Chicken and Pizza Hutt0.7 km
  • King Kebab0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • FOOWA0.6 km
  • Range Chicken0.9 km
  • Wok Star0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Lion0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leagrave5.7 km
  • Harlington7.9 km
  • Luton8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Cheyne Close0.1 km
  • Suncote Avenue0.1 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.1 km
  • Palma Close0.1 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.1 km