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Dunstable Central

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About

Dunstable Central is a key area in Central Bedfordshire, known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces. The town centre features a range of shops, cafes, and services, catering to daily needs. Nearby, the Grove Theatre and Dunstable Leisure Centre provide entertainment and recreational options. The area is well-connected, with easy access to the A5 and M1, making it a practical base for commuters.

Surrounding neighbourhoods consist of a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to modern developments. Dunstable Downs, part of the Chiltern Hills, lies just south of the town, offering open green spaces and walking trails. The area has several schools and community facilities, serving local families. While primarily functional, Dunstable Central retains a sense of its historical roots, with landmarks like the Priory Church adding character.

Area overview

On average Dunstable Central has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dunstable Central is £48,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Dunstable Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
14.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Dunstable Central

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £293,000 in Dunstable Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £650,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£460,000
Flats40£205,000
Semi-Detached25£400,000
Terraced45£295,000

10 years price trend in Dunstable Central

All postcodes in Dunstable Central

LU61NT

Gilpin Street

LU61PG

West Street

LU61XG

Chadwick Close

LU69EF

High Street North

LU63AE

Icknield Street

LU63AN

Penrith Avenue

LU63JU

Meadway

LU63RZ

High Street South

LU63SH

High Street South

LU61GT

Dunstable Central

LU54LB

The Mall

LU61HN

Stuart Street

LU61HT

Manchester Place

LU62UT

Printers Way

LU69GY

High Street North

LU63SE

High Street South

LU69QG

High Street North

LU61JE

High Street North

LU61LR

Regent Street

LU61SW

Matthew Street

LU63AL

Appleby Gardens

LU63DD

Windermere Close

LU63JL

Buttercup Close

LU69XB

Dunstable Central

LU61JY

High Street North

LU54HD

Bernard Close

LU54HG

Kingsway

LU54HS

Station Road

LU61HB

Brook Close

LU61PS

West Street

LU63AB

Burr Street

LU63AZ

Victoria Street

LU63BD

Victoria Street

LU69WN

Dunstable Central

LU54NA

Church Street

LU61EW

Leighton Court

LU61EX

Princes Street

LU69NA

Dunstable Central

LU63JH

Bennetts Close

LU63LA

Buttercup Close

LU69QT

High Street North

LU69WU

Dunstable Central

LU54DW

Queensway

LU69NH

High Street North

LU61JN

Ashton Road

LU61NJ

Park Street

LU61SF

West Street

LU63AJ

First Avenue

LU63SF

High Street South

LU61LU

Clifton Road

LU61LW

High Street North

LU61SG

West Street

LU54NB

The Mall

LU54UH

Maple Square

LU61AX

High Street North

LU61LX

Waterlow Road

LU61PB

West Street

LU61SU

Eleanor's Cross

LU61UP

Falcon Close

LU63DE

Bull Pond Lane

LU63QB

Morland Close

LU61GF

Frances Drive

LU61JJ

Frances Drive

LU61LY

Waterlow Road

LU63AS

Princes Street

LU63JJ

Canesworde Road

LU54HX

Bigthan Road

LU54HY

St Peters Road

LU61EN

Leighton Court

LU61GB

West Street

LU61LA

High Street North

LU61SD

Matthew Street

LU61TD

Dunstable Central

LU63JA

Friars Walk

LU63JW

Hurlock Close

LU69BY

High Street North

LU54HJ

Dorchester Close

LU54RU

Church Close

LU61HX

High Street North

LU61PD

Meadway

LU63AP

Grasmere Close

LU69QF

High Street North

LU69WQ

Dunstable Central

LU54GU

Court Drive

LU61GP

Tavistock Street

LU61LE

High Street North

LU61NF

Dunstable Central

LU63JF

Spoondell

LU63JX

Spoondell

LU63SW

St Mary's Gate

LU63QJ

High Street North

LU69UT

High Street North

LU54FF

Church Street

LU54FP

Church Street

LU54GW

Court Drive

LU54HQ

Dorchester Close

LU54JD

Court Drive

LU61GG

Frances Drive

LU61HW

Radburn Court

LU61JH

High Street North

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.