About Luton

Luton is a town located in Kent, England, within the ME4 postcode area. It is part of the Medway unitary authority and lies close to the River Medway. The town features a mix of residential areas, shops, and local amenities. Luton is well-connected by road and rail, making it accessible for commuters and visitors alike. The town has several parks and green spaces, providing areas for outdoor activities and relaxation. Notable sites include the historic St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century, and the local community centre that hosts various events and activities. Luton also has a selection of schools and educational facilities, catering to families in the area.

School Ratings in Luton

Families in Luton have access to 138 local schools. Fort Pitt Grammar School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Luton

Homes sell for an average of £363K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £307K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Luton

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Luton, with 168 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Luton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Luton within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Luton

Luton 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 22,940 sales

Average Price £363K
£1K — £103.32M
Detached £447K 3,037
Semi £307K 8,402
Terraced £253K 6,078
Flat £174K 4,535

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

80 Primary
18 Secondary
40 Other
The Victory Academy Secondary Good 0.1 miles All Saints Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Greenvale Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Phoenix Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Luton Primary School Primary 0.4 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles New Road Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles New Horizons Children's Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Blue Skies School Good 0.6 miles Chatham Grammar Secondary Good 0.7 miles Wayfield Children's Centre 0.7 miles Wayfield Primary School Primary 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Luton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Luton 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
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,877 Children (0-15) 23%
30,981 Working Age 65%
8,013 Older (60+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.3% 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 Luton 1,370 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Luton is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

476 Violence & Sexual Offences
168 Anti-Social Behaviour
112 Vehicle Crime
111 Criminal Damage & Arson
107 Shoplifting
96 Drugs
91 Public Order
79 Other Theft
34 Other Crime
31 Burglary
28 Robbery
22 Weapons
14 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Kent Luton
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

Chatham Train Station 0.9 miles
Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 1.3 miles
Halling Train Station 1.3 miles
Rochester Train Station 1.8 miles
Strood (Kent) Train Station 2.2 miles
Cuxton Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chatham 0.6 miles Wayfield 0.9 miles Gillingham 0.9 miles Hale 0.9 miles Brompton 1.2 miles Troy Town 1.4 miles Capstone 1.4 miles Borstal 1.9 miles Twydall 1.9 miles Grange 2.2 miles Hempstead 2.2 miles Frindsbury 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in Luton 30 shown View all streets

A505 1 A6 2 Abbey Drive 3 Abbots Wood Road 6 Abercorn Road 2 Abigail Close 3 Abingdon Road 1 Acorn Close 1 Acworth Crescent 4 Addington Way 5 Adelaide Street 6 Adstone Road 1 Ailsworth Road 1 Airport Approach Road 3 Airport Way 6 Albermarle Close 1 Albert Road 6 Albion Road 4 Albury Close 1 Aldenham Close 1 Alder Crescent 3 Alderton Close 1 Aldhous Close 1 Alesia Road 1 Alexandra Avenue 8 Alfriston Close 2 Allendale 1 Alma Link 1 Alma Street 3 Alpine Way 1

Postcodes in Luton 50 shown View all postcodes

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