Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

THOMAS STREET, LU7 0AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THOMAS STREET, LU7 0AN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

376

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LU7 0AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LU7 0AN spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £341k 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

LU7 0AN is a safe, established residential area on Thomas Street, 0.1km from Heath and Reach in Heath and Reach. Administratively it sits within Heath and Reach ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LU7, LU7 0AN offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% 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 £341k.

Census 2021 statistics for LU7 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00088724 (shared with 8 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 LU7 0AN. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 441,000

2 sales · Mean £ 441,000

Terraced

£ 316,500

6 sales · Mean £ 343,333

Semi-Detached

£ 500,000

3 sales · Mean £ 426,600

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

LU7 0AN has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Other theft8
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School

Outstanding104 pupils0.3 km
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Oak Bank School

Outstanding125 pupils1.2 km
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Heathwood Lower School

Good182 pupils1.4 km
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Dovery Academy

Inadequate1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Axe & Compass0.5 km
  • The Heath Inn0.2 km
  • The Dukes0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Tracy's Cafe0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leighton Buzzard3.7 km
  • Bow Brickhill6.9 km
  • Fenny Stratford7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
  • Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
  • Emu Close0.3 km
  • Emu Close0.3 km
  • Reach Green0.3 km