Central Ward is a key area in Luton, located near the town centre. It includes parts of the central business district, with shops, offices, and public services. The ward is well-connected, with Luton Railway Station providing links to London and other towns. Residential areas feature a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments.
The ward is home to several parks, including Wardown Park, which has a museum and a lake. Luton Town Hall and the Hat Factory arts centre are also located here. The area has a range of amenities, including schools, healthcare facilities, and places of worship. Central Ward reflects Luton's urban character, with a focus on convenience and accessibility.
On average Central has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 260 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central is £38,433 per year. There are 2 schools in Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 22 recent sales, the median property price is £169,750 in Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £360,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 19 | £150,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 1 | £360,000 |
| Terraced | 2 | £221,000 |
10 years price trend in Central
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Dunstable Place
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Melson Street
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Vicarage Street
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Dumfries Street
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Old Bedford Road
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George Street
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Melson Street
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Upper George Street
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Burrs Place
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Holly Street
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New Street
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Chapel Street
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Dunstable Place
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Inkerman Street
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George Street
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Manchester Street
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George Street
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Library Road
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Castle Street
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John Street
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Church Street
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Cumberland Street
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Hastings Street
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Villa Road
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Brook Street
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Bute Street
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Dunstable Place
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Melson Street
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Melson Street
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Princess Street
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Liverpool Road
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Alma Link
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George Street
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Alma Street
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George Street
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Bute Street
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Crawley Road
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Peel Place
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Vicarage Street
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Brook Street
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Central Luton
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St Mary's Road
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Alma Street
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Bute Street
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Park Street
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Holly Street
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Dumfries Street
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New Bedford Road
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John Street
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Mill Street
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Library Road
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Power Court
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Castle Street
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Dumfries Street
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Old Bedford Road
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Bute Street
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Alma Link
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Melson Street
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Bute Street
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Cumberland Street
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Cheapside
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Crawley Road
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Alma Link
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Stuart Street
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Bute Street
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Holly Street
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Lea Road
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Elizabeth Street
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Windsor Walk
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Collingdon Street
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George Street
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Melson Street
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John Street
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Upper George Street
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Windsor Walk
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Dumfries Street
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Hucklesby Way
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Brook Street
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Bury Park Road
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Highbury Road
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Bridge Street
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Oxford Road
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Adelaide Street
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Adelaide Street
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Adelaide Street
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Alma Link
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Collingdon Street
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Francis Street
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New Bedford Road
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George Street
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Melson Street
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Melson Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.