LU6 1BP is a safe, established residential area on Barrie Avenue, 0.6km from Chalk Hill in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Northfields ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, LU6 1BP represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k.
Census 2021 statistics for LU6 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00177160 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARRIE AVENUE, LU6 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRIE AVENUE, LU6 1BP.
342
42
£ 49,200 /yr
49%
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
LU6 1BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 LU6 1BP. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 339,000
2 sales · Mean £ 339,000
Terraced
£ 270,000
3 sales · Mean £ 287,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU6 1BP has low crime rates — 22 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
All Saints Academy Dunstable
Weatherfield Academy
Westfield Nursery School
Beecroft Academy
Houghton Regis Primary School
Lancot School
Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Co-operative Group1.0 km
- Chalk Hill Service Station0.6 km
- Brilliant Food and Wine0.7 km
- MV Food & Wine0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Donatellos0.8 km
- Irmak BBQ0.8 km
- Tony's Cafe0.9 km
- Chicken and Pizza Hutt0.8 km
- King Kebab0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Limited1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- FOOWA0.7 km
- Range Chicken1.0 km
- Wok Star0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Lion0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave5.7 km
- Harlington7.9 km
- Luton8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Barrie Avenue0.0 km
- Barrie Avenue0.0 km
- Suncote Avenue0.1 km
- Cheyne Close0.2 km
- Money Mead Hail + Ride0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LU61BP · Data under Open Government Licence