31,299TOTAL POPULATION
13,141HOUSEHOLDS
4.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,000AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LU6 POSTCODE REGION

Luton (LU6)

The LU6 postcode area is located in the Luton postcode town region, within the county of Bedfordshire, and contains a total of 1219 individual postcodes.

There are 41 electoral wards in the LU6 postcode area, including Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Luton which come under the local authority of the Central Bedfordshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 25% of people in LU6 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LU6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The LU6 postcode in Luton district refers to a group of post towns including Dunstable, Eaton Bray, Edlesborough, Houghton Regis, Northall, Streatley, Toddington, and Totternhoe. All of these towns lie within the county of Bedfordshire.

Dunstable is one of the larger towns in the postcode, with historical records indicating that it was the center of a royal manor by 1013 AD. It offers a variety of activities and attractions, including a museum, leisure center, and the Priory House, an example of 14th century domestic architecture.

Eaton Bray is a village with a population of around 1,800 people. There is a village hall, youth club, and various other local organizations to help build a sense of community.

Edlesborough, with its population of 1,300, is typical of the villages in this postcode. It has a Church of England primary school and a village hall which was built in the Victorian era. It is a popular destination, with many tourists drawn to it for its pubs and farms.

Houghton Regis is a large village with a population of just over 7,500 people. The village has seen rapid development in recent years due to large housebuilding projects. It also has a charming old quarter that will make visitors feel as though they have stepped back in time.

Northall is a small village located to the north of Luton. The village is made up of mostly newly built homes and is surrounded by countryside.

Streatley is a charming village in the Luton postcode with many amenities, including pubs, restaurants, and a local shop. It is also home to Streatley Golf Club, which provides a great day out for all.

Toddington is another small village in this postcode with a population of around 2,100 people. Here, tourists can explore the medieval church, a Victorian manor house, and the restored colliery.

Totternhoe is a small village with a population of less than 1,000 people. The village is a beautiful area of countryside surrounded by buildings from the Middle Ages.

TheLU6 postcode covers a variety of towns and villages in the Luton district, from traditional villages to larger cities with plenty of activities. While each town has its own characteristics, they all have a strong sense of community spirit, offering sights and activities to make anyone's visit to the area enjoyable.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in LU6 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 25%AB
  • 56%C2/C2
  • 19%DE

According to census records, 25% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 89%WHITE
  • 11%NON-WHITE

89% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LU6Bedfordshire

Bedfordshire

The county of Bedfordshire

LU6 is located in the county of Bedfordshire, in England.

Bedfordshire has a total population of 664,500, making it the 36th largest county in the UK.

Bedfordshire has a total area of 477 square miles, and a population density of 537 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Bedfordshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeLU6
Postal TownLuton
MSOA NameCentral Bedfordshire 028
LSOA NameCentral Bedfordshire 028F
CountyBedfordshire
RegionBedfordshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCentral Bedfordshire
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

LU6 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LU6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Beecroft
Bedfordshire
Bidwell
Billington
Chaul End
Cheverell's Green
Chiltern Hills
Church End
Bedfordshire
Church End
Bedfordshire
Church End
Clement's End
Dagnall
Downside
Bedfordshire
Dunstable
Eaton Bray
Edlesborough
Greatgap
Holywell
Honeywick
Houghton Regis
Ivinghoe
Ivinghoe Aston
Kensworth
Leagrave
Lower End
Moor End
Northall
Ouzel
Parkside
Pitstone Green
Roe End
Sewell
Stanbridge
Stanbridgeford
Studham
The Green
Tilsworth
Totternhoe
Whipsnade
Browse Postcodes in LU6

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (LU) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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