About Slip End

Slip End is a village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the LU1 postcode area. It is situated approximately four miles south of Luton and offers a mix of residential and rural surroundings. The village features a range of local amenities, including a primary school, a few shops, and community facilities that cater to the needs of its residents. The area is primarily residential, with a variety of housing options available. Slip End is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient location for those commuting to Luton or further afield. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, and there are several parks and green spaces nearby for leisurely walks and recreational pursuits.

School Ratings in Slip End

Families in Slip End have access to 153 local schools. 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 Slip End

Homes sell for an average of £452K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £251K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Slip End

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Slip End, with 149 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Slip End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Slip End within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Slip End

Slip End benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

79 Primary
19 Secondary
55 Other
Slip End Village School Primary 0.4 miles Claystone School 0.4 miles Oakwood Primary School Good 1.1 miles Tennyson Road Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles Hillborough Junior School Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles Hillborough Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.2 miles The Stockwood Park Academy Secondary 1.3 miles St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Caddington Village School Primary 1.3 miles Farley Junior Academy Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Cutenhoe Hill Primary School ( Formerly Surrey Street) Primary 1.4 miles Avenue Centre for Education Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Slip End IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Slip End experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

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 Slip End 1,070 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Slip End are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

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

Luton Airport Parkway Train Station 1.8 miles
Luton Train Station 2 miles
Leagrave Train Station 3.8 miles
Harpenden Train Station 4.2 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 8 miles
Hemel Hempstead Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pepperstock 0 yards Woodside 0.6 miles Aley Green 1.2 miles Caddington 1.4 miles New Town 1.4 miles Park Town 1.4 miles Farley Hill 1.4 miles Markyate 1.8 miles Kinsbourne Green 1.8 miles Bury Park 1.9 miles High Town 2 miles Luton 2 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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