LU7 0AH is a safe, established residential area on Sylvester Street, 0.1km 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 0AH offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 91% 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: Prices average £476k, down 4.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LU7 0AH are sourced from Output Area E00088724 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SYLVESTER STREET, LU7 0AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYLVESTER STREET, LU7 0AH.
376
44
£ 54,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU7 0AH 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LU7 0AH combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£476k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 4.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU7 0AH. The average age is 43.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 465,000
8 sales · Mean £ 475,625
Semi-Detached
£ 362,075
1 sales · Mean £ 362,075
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU7 0AH has low crime rates — 26 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.
school Local Schools
St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School
Oak Bank School
Heathwood Lower School
Dovery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Axe & Compass0.4 km
- The Heath Inn0.4 km
- The Dukes0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Tracy's Cafe0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leighton Buzzard3.5 km
- Bow Brickhill7.1 km
- Fenny Stratford7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
- Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
- Emu Close0.1 km
- Emu Close0.1 km
- Heath Green0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LU70AH · Data under Open Government Licence