Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

CHEYNE CLOSE, LU6 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEYNE CLOSE, LU6 1BX.

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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
paymentsAffluence
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 1BX spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.2% year-on-year.

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

LU6 1BX is a safe, established residential area on Cheyne Close, 0.6km from Chalk Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Northfields ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, LU6 1BX represents 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £292k, up 2.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LU6 1BX 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 1BX. 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

£ 261,000

15 sales · Mean £ 274,316

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

LU6 1BX 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 offences46
Anti-social behaviour18
Vehicle crime12
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order5

school Local Schools

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All Saints Academy Dunstable

Requires Improvement713 pupils0.7 km
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Weatherfield Academy

Good147 pupils1.0 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 pupils1.1 km
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Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School

Good190 pupils1.5 km
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Lancot School

Good417 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Chalk Hill Service Station0.7 km
  • Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Brilliant Food and Wine0.6 km
  • MV Food & Wine0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Donatellos0.7 km
  • Irmak BBQ0.6 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 Limited0.8 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

  • Leagrave5.6 km
  • Harlington7.8 km
  • Luton8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Cheyne Close0.1 km
  • Palma Close0.1 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.1 km
  • Barrie Avenue0.2 km
  • French's Avenue0.2 km