LU5 4AN is a safe, established residential area on Hillside Road, 0.7km from Stipers Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Manshead ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.
The people who live in LU5 4AN are typical of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for LU5 4AN are sourced from Output Area E00088809 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLSIDE ROAD, LU5 4AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLSIDE ROAD, LU5 4AN.
289
41
£ 44,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU5 4AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LU5 4AN's 50% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU5 4AN. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 267,500
2 sales · Mean £ 267,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU5 4AN has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
St. Augustine's Academy
Ardley Hill Academy
Priory Academy
Manshead CofE Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Watling Lower School
Lark Rise Academy
Dunstable Icknield Lower School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Butchers0.7 km
- Angel Convenience Store0.2 km
- Sweeeeeetz0.1 km
- Londis (Branss Food & Wine)0.5 km
- Premiere Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Froth 'n' Elbow0.6 km
- The Glider0.7 km
- United Services Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Caring Cafe0.1 km
- Mo’s Peri Peri Pizza0.1 km
- Lumpini Thai Restuarant0.8 km
- Anarkali Restaurant0.8 km
- Wilson Vale Catering0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Tong Wong0.6 km
- Lucky Corner0.9 km
- Ocean Breeze0.9 km
- Bayleaf Bangladeshi & Indian Takeaway1.0 km
- Fish Master0.1 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Highwayman Hotel0.3 km
- Holiday Inn Express Dunstable0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave4.4 km
- Luton6.3 km
- Luton Airport6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mayfield Stores0.1 km
- Mayfield Road0.1 km
- Mayfield Stores0.1 km
- Oakwood Avenue0.2 km
- Southfields Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LU54AN · Data under Open Government Licence