About New Town

New Town, located in Bedfordshire, England, is a modern area that has developed significantly since its establishment. It features a mix of residential and commercial properties, making it a practical location for both living and working. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. Transport links are efficient, with easy access to Luton town centre and nearby cities. The area is also close to Luton Airport, which is convenient for those who travel frequently. New Town offers a range of housing options, appealing to families and professionals alike, contributing to a diverse community atmosphere.

School Ratings in New Town

There are 149 schools in and around New Town. 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 New Town

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 New Town

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

Deprivation and Employment in New Town

New Town 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 New Town

Broadband speeds in New Town 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

74 Primary
19 Secondary
56 Other
Flying Start South Children's Centre 0.2 miles Tennyson Road Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.2 miles Chiltern Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles Cutenhoe Hill Primary School ( Formerly Surrey Street) Primary 0.2 miles Avenue Centre for Education Good 0.2 miles Oakwood Primary School Good 0.3 miles The Linden Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles University of Bedfordshire Good 0.4 miles Chapel St Good 0.4 miles Chapel Street Nursery School Nursery Good 0.4 miles Flying Start South @ the Mall Good 0.5 miles Hillborough Junior School Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in New Town IMD 2025

New Town 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 New Town 1,070 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

New Town 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
Local Policing
Bedfordshire Luton South and East Visit force website →
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

Luton Airport Parkway Train Station 0.6 miles
Luton Train Station 0.7 miles
Leagrave Train Station 3.1 miles
Harpenden Train Station 4.7 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 7.2 miles
Hitchin Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Park Town 0 yards High Town 0.6 miles Luton 0.6 miles Bury Park 0.9 miles Farley Hill 1.2 miles Round Green 1.2 miles Winsdon Hill 1.4 miles Pepperstock 1.4 miles Slip End 1.4 miles Biscot 1.4 miles Hart Hill 1.4 miles Woodside 1.8 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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