What's the Challney population and density?

Challney population is 12,949 with density 7676.2 per km².

How many households are in Challney?

There are 3,748 households in Challney

How deprived is Challney?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 11011 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Challney?

Based on 79 recent sales, the median price is £320,000.

How much social housing is near Challney?

About 17.8% across the Challney area.

How safe is Challney?

Crime level in Challney is moderate with about 53 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are prices by property type in Challney?

Latest medians: Detached £370,000, Semi-detached £333,000, Terraced £292,500, Flats £93,000.

What home types are most common in Challney?

Housing mix: semi-detached 47.1%, terraced 29.3%.

What's the average income in Challney?

Average resident income is about £46,000 per year.

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Q: What schools in Challney and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Challney: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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

Area Profile

Challney Population

12,949

Population density

7,676.2 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani

5,210

40.24%

British

1,915

14.79%

Other White

870

6.72%

Bangladeshi

832

6.43%

Other Asian

808

6.24%

Total population: 12,948

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,272

33.95%

Private landlord or letting agency

967

25.81%

Owns outright

939

25.06%

Other social rented

371

9.9%

Other forms of private rent

2.46%

Total households: 3,747

Property prices in Challney

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Challney area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,000 up to £530,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£370,000	£310,272	£357,250	£405,000	£520,000
Flats	1	£93,000	£93,000	£93,000	£93,000	£93,000
Semi-Detached	35	£333,000	£158,679	£276,750	£376,000	£443,500
Terraced	32	£292,500	£127,061	£260,000	£320,000	£358,150

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: 16/09/2025.

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