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Challney

England / East of England / Luton / Challney

About

Challney is a residential area in Luton, located to the east of the town center. The neighborhood is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is well-connected to central Luton via major roads like Dunstable Road and Hitchin Road, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is home to Challney High School for Boys and Challney High School for Girls, both serving the community. Bramingham Park and Challney Play Area provide green spaces for recreation. Public transport links, including bus routes, offer easy access to Luton town center and nearby areas. Challney maintains a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to Luton’s urban facilities.

Area overview

On average Challney has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Challney is £46,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Challney: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

17.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Challney

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Challney area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £530,000.

By property type (last year):

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£365,000	£212,350	£340,500	£407,500	£517,000
Flats	1	£120,000	£120,000	£120,000	£120,000	£120,000
Semi-Detached	33	£335,000	£156,572	£290,000	£380,000	£424,000
Terraced	27	£280,000	£137,500	£252,000	£305,500	£353,500

10 years price trend in Challney

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail