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58,329
Population
22,565
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£57,751
Avg. household income
2,233
Businesses
1,555
People per km²
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About Lilley

Lilley is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the LU2 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful atmosphere. It features a selection of local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops catering to everyday needs. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors.

The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. Lilley is situated approximately five miles from Luton, which offers a wider range of facilities, including shopping centres and transport links. The community in Lilley is close-knit, with various local events and activities that encourage social interaction among residents. Overall, Lilley presents a simple, rural lifestyle with essential services and easy access to larger urban areas.

School Ratings in Lilley

There are 121 schools in and around Lilley. Someries Infant School and Early Childhood Education Centre and Lady Zia Wernher School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lilley

The average property price is £319K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £321K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lilley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Lilley, with 192 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lilley

Lilley sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Lilley

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Lilley, the nearest being Stopsley Village Practice (1.8 miles away).

Local Data for Lilley

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Property Prices 7,929 sales

Average Price £319K
£4K , £15.5M
Detached £456K 1,199
Semi £321K 2,902
Terraced £263K 1,825
Flat £194K 1,775

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

59 Primary
16 Secondary
46 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LU2 postcode area.

Putteridge Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Putteridge High School Secondary Good 1.5 miles Offley Endowed Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.7 miles Stopsley Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Flying Start Central @Stopsley Baptist Church 1.9 miles Stopsley High School Secondary Good 1.9 miles Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Science College Secondary 1.9 miles Cockernhoe Endowed CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles Bushmead Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 2.1 miles Lady Zia Wernher School Not applicable Outstanding 2.1 miles Luton Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 2.1 miles Someries Junior School Primary 2.1 miles

Household Income in Lilley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Lilley is approximately £57,751 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,505. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Lilley £57,751
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £43,505.

Businesses in Lilley ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,233 active businesses based in Lilley, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,233 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Lilley IMD 2025

Lilley sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 66%
Older 65+ 13%
11,988 Children (0-15) 21%
38,370 Working Age 66%
7,965 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.2% 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 Lilley 1,223 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Lilley 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 418
Anti-Social Behaviour 192
Shoplifting 136
Public Order 88
Vehicle Crime 85
Criminal Damage & Arson 69
Other Theft 65
Drugs 64
Other Crime 25
Burglary 21
Weapons 20
Theft from Person 18
Robbery 16
Bicycle Theft 6
Local Policing
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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 Train Station 3.3 miles
Leagrave Train Station 3.6 miles
Luton Airport Parkway Train Station 3.7 miles
Hitchin Train Station 5.3 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 5.5 miles
Flitwick Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Offley 1.8 miles Great Offley 1.9 miles Stopsley 2 miles Mangrove Green 2 miles Cockernhoe 2 miles Tea Green 2.2 miles Hart Hill 2.6 miles Pegsdon 2.6 miles Hexton 2.6 miles Ley Green 2.8 miles Streatley 2.8 miles Round Green 2.8 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Lilley

Of the 22,771 households in and around Lilley, 60% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 12% Private rented 28%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Lilley.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lilley

What is the population of Lilley?
Lilley has a population of approximately 58,329 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Lilley?
The average property in and around Lilley sold for about £318,739, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 9% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Lilley a deprived area?
Lilley sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Lilley?
Lilley is covered by the LU2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Lilley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Lilley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Lilley?
The nearest railway station to Lilley is Luton Train Station, about 3.3 miles away.

Streets in LU2 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Drive 3 Abbots Wood Road 6 Acorn Close 1 Airport Approach Road 3 Airport Way 6 Albion Road 4 Alderton Close 1 Alfriston Close 2 Alwyn Close 1 Amberley Close 1 Applecroft Road 2 Arden Place 1 Ardleigh Green 1 Armstrong Road 4 Arncliffe Crescent 1 Arnold Close 1 Ashcroft Road 7 Astley Green 1 Avebury Avenue 1 Balcombe Close 1 Barford Rise 1 Barleybeans Road 2 Barnfield Avenue 1 Barnston Close 1 Barrowby Close 1 Baylam Dell 1 Beaconsfield 2 Beanley Close 1 Beckbury Close 1 Beckham Close 1

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