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Location in BedfordshireBillington sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Billington
Billington is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the LU7 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cambridgeshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the A1 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. Billington is part of the civil parish of Clophill, and the surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and farmland. The village has a community hall and a small local shop, contributing to its quiet, close-knit atmosphere. It is a peaceful place to live, with a strong sense of local identity and a low population density.
School Ratings in Billington
Families in Billington have access to 51 local schools. Oak Bank School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Billington
Homes sell for an average of £386K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £362K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Billington
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Billington, with 48 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Billington
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Billington among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Billington
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Billington, the nearest being Salisbury House Surgery (2.1 miles away).
Local Data for Billington
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Property Prices 10,374 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LU7 postcode area.
Household Income in Billington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Billington is approximately £67,777 a year before tax, 23% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,676. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.
Businesses in Billington ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,763 active businesses based in Billington, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 46 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Billington IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Billington experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Billington 249 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Billington is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Home Ownership in Billington
Of the 25,255 households in and around Billington, 74% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Billington.