About Chaul End

Chaul End is a small village located in Bedfordshire, within the LU1 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Dunstable and is part of the larger civil parish of Dunstable. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside features, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. It is situated near the A5 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The area has a quiet, settled atmosphere and is known for its proximity to the Chiltern Hills, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Chaul End is part of the wider Dunstable community and benefits from local amenities and services available in the surrounding area.

School Ratings in Chaul End

There are 146 schools in and around Chaul End. Hillborough Junior School and Tennyson Road Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chaul End

The average property price is £452K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £251K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chaul End

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Chaul End, with 149 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chaul End

Chaul End falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chaul End

Broadband speeds in Chaul End are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,755 sales

Average Price £452K
£1K — £69.2M
Detached £532K 534
Semi £320K 1,074
Terraced £251K 1,446
Flat £146K 1,270

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

75 Primary
17 Secondary
54 Other
Flying Start West @ Foxdell 0.6 miles Downside Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Flying Start West @ Chaul End 0.8 miles Challney High School for Boys Secondary Outstanding 0.9 miles Foxdell Primary School Primary 1 miles The Ferrars Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Ferrars Junior School Primary 1.2 miles Challney High School for Girls Secondary Outstanding 1.2 miles St Christophers Academy Primary 1.2 miles Al Hikmah Boys School Good 1.2 miles Manshead Church of England Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chaul End IMD 2025

Chaul End falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
14,480 Children (0-15) 22%
43,195 Working Age 66%
9,062 Older (60+) 14%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 59% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 41% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Chaul End 1,070 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Chaul End sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

343 Violence & Sexual Offences
149 Anti-Social Behaviour
89 Shoplifting
86 Criminal Damage & Arson
82 Drugs
82 Vehicle Crime
73 Public Order
60 Other Theft
28 Other Crime
26 Robbery
24 Burglary
15 Weapons
12 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Leagrave Train Station 1.7 miles
Luton Train Station 2.3 miles
Luton Airport Parkway Train Station 3.2 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 5.6 miles
Harpenden Train Station 6.8 miles
Cheddington Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Winsdon Hill 1.2 miles Leagrave 1.2 miles Farley Hill 1.4 miles Downside 1.4 miles Caddington 1.4 miles Bury Park 1.9 miles Biscot 2 miles Limbury 2 miles Aley Green 2 miles Woodside 2.2 miles High Town 2.5 miles Luton 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Luton
County Hertfordshire
Ward South
Constituency Luton South
Parish Luton, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in LU1 30 shown View all streets

Adelaide Street 6 Adstone Road 1 Albert Road 6 Alma Link 1 Alma Street 3 Alton Road 1 Anthony Gardens 1 Arthur Street 3 Ashburnham Road 14 Ashton Road 2 Avondale Road 2 Bailey Street 1 Baker Street 7 Barn Owl Close 1 Barnard Road 1 Beech Road 2 Belmont Road 1 Bethune Close 2 Bilton Way 2 Bluebell Wood Close 1 Bolingbroke Road 2 Bolton Road 2 Bonnick Close 1 Brantwood Road 1 Brecon Close 1 Bretts Mead 2 Bridge Street 2 Brockton Close 1 Bury Park Road 4 Bute Street 8

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