Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

BAKERSWOOD CLOSE, LU7 0BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKERSWOOD CLOSE, LU7 0BN.

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

465

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LU7 0BN 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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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

LU7 0BN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £590k, 80% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £590k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

LU7 0BN is a safe, established residential area on Bakerswood Close, 0.4km 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 0BN offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £590k.

Census 2021 statistics for LU7 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00088721 (shared with 28 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 0BN. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 590,000

1 sales · Mean £ 590,000

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

LU7 0BN has low crime rates — 24 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 offences9
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson4
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School

Outstanding104 pupils0.5 km
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Oak Bank School

Outstanding125 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Axe & Compass0.8 km
  • The Heath Inn0.1 km
  • The Dukes0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Tracy's Cafe0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leighton Buzzard3.9 km
  • Bow Brickhill6.6 km
  • Fenny Stratford7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Reach Green0.1 km
  • Reach Green0.1 km
  • Brickhill Road0.3 km
  • Brickhill Road0.4 km
  • Sheepcote Crescent0.4 km