Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SHEEPCOTE CRESCENT, LU7 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEEPCOTE CRESCENT, LU7 0AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

376

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LU7 0AJ 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.

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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LU7 0AJ's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £457k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 9.7% year-on-year.

home £457,400 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LU7 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Sheepcote Crescent, 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 0AJ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £457k, down 9.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LU7 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00088724 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU7 0AJ. 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

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 449,500

4 sales · Mean £ 425,750

Terraced

£ 416,250

2 sales · Mean £ 416,250

Detached

£ 432,500

4 sales · Mean £ 438,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LU7 0AJ has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Other theft8
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School

Outstanding104 pupils0.3 km
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Oak Bank School

Outstanding125 pupils1.1 km
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Heathwood Lower School

Good182 pupils1.3 km
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Dovery Academy

Inadequate1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Axe & Compass0.5 km
  • The Heath Inn0.2 km
  • The Dukes0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Tracy's Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leighton Buzzard3.6 km
  • Bow Brickhill7.0 km
  • Fenny Stratford7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
  • Sheepcote Crescent0.1 km
  • Emu Close0.2 km
  • Emu Close0.2 km
  • Heath Green0.3 km