LU5 4AQ is a safe, established residential area on Apollo Close, 1.0km from Stipers Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Manshead ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LU5, LU5 4AQ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 98% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k.
Census 2021 statistics for LU5 4AQ are sourced from Output Area E00088806 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
APOLLO CLOSE, LU5 4AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for APOLLO CLOSE, LU5 4AQ.
305
48
£ 44,800 /yr
46%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LU5 4AQ spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU5 4AQ. The average age is 47.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 355,000
9 sales · Mean £ 348,444
Terraced
£ 313,500
2 sales · Mean £ 313,500
Detached
£ 392,500
1 sales · Mean £ 392,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU5 4AQ has low crime rates — 26 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
Priory Academy
Watling Lower School
Ardley Hill Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Manshead CofE Academy
Hadrian Academy
Dunstable Icknield Lower School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Froth 'n' Elbow0.6 km
- The Glider0.9 km
- United Services Club0.7 km
- The Market Cross0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Caring Cafe0.4 km
- Mo’s Peri Peri Pizza0.4 km
- Anarkali Restaurant0.7 km
- Catering Academy0.9 km
- Starbucks1.0 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Paradise Takeaway0.8 km
- Tong Wong0.6 km
- Fish Master0.3 km
- Hoi Wan Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- McDonald's1.0 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Angel Convenience Store0.4 km
- Sweeeeeetz0.4 km
- Downside Supermarket0.3 km
- Spar0.8 km
- The Butchers0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Highwayman Hotel0.6 km
- Holiday Inn Express Dunstable0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave4.2 km
- Luton6.3 km
- Luton Airport6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mayfield Road0.2 km
- Downside Primary School0.3 km
- Oakwood Avenue0.3 km
- Mayfield Stores0.4 km
- Mayfield Stores0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LU54AQ · Data under Open Government Licence