LU4 0BT is a mixed residential area on Charlwood Road, 1.0km from Chaul End in Luton. Administratively it sits within Challney ward and the Luton North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Luton.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.
Census 2021 statistics for LU4 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00079460 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHARLWOOD ROAD, LU4 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARLWOOD ROAD, LU4 0BT.
438
38
£ 47,500 /yr
45%
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
LU4 0BT has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU4 0BT. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 330,000
5 sales · Mean £ 316,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LU4 0BT is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Ferrars Academy
Challney High School for Boys
Ferrars Junior School
St Christophers Academy
Pastures Way Nursery School
Southfield Primary Academy
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School
The Chalk Hills Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Dunstable Road Service Station0.7 km
- WHSmith Luton Hospital Surgical Block0.5 km
- Poynters News0.8 km
- Choice Food and Wine0.6 km
- Esso Service Station0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Luton & Dunstable Hospital Social Club0.5 km
- The Halfway House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa0.6 km
- Genting Casino Luton0.5 km
- Mecca Bingo0.5 km
- Caffe Nuovo0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pepes Fish Bar Ltd0.5 km
- Yo! To Go!0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave2.1 km
- Luton4.4 km
- Luton Airport4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Stanton Road0.3 km
- Stanton Road0.3 km
- Chaul End Road0.3 km
- Shelley Road0.3 km
- Shelley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LU40BT · Data under Open Government Licence