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Dunstable South

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About

Dunstable South is a residential area located in the southern part of Dunstable, within Central Bedfordshire. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced homes, with some newer developments. It is well-connected to local amenities, with shops, schools, and parks within easy reach. The nearby Dunstable Downs offers open green spaces and walking trails, providing a natural escape for residents.

The area benefits from good transport links, including proximity to the A5 and M1 motorway, making it convenient for commuters. Dunstable town centre is just a short distance away, offering additional shopping and leisure options. The community is served by several primary and secondary schools, catering to families. While primarily residential, Dunstable South maintains a quiet atmosphere with easy access to both urban and rural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Dunstable South has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dunstable South is £53,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Dunstable South: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
3.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dunstable South Population
6,606
Population density
5,145.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,413
81.92%
Other White
410
6.2%
African
132
2%
Indian
104
1.57%
Irish
82
1.24%
Total population: 6,608

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,226
43.46%
Owns with a mortgage
975
34.56%
Private landlord or letting agency
428
15.17%
Social rents from council
63
2.23%
Other social rented
53
1.88%
Total households: 2,821

Property prices in Dunstable South

Based on 110 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Dunstable South area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dunstable South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Dunstable South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£515,000
Flats19£185,000
Semi-Detached47£392,500
Terraced25£325,000

10 years median price trend in Dunstable South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Dunstable South.

All postcodes in Dunstable South

LU63LQ

Lowther Road

LU63NF

Bibshall Crescent

LU63PT

Cartmel Drive

LU63EN

Furzen Close

LU63TB

Gilded Acre

LU63UF

Stipers Close

LU63PB

Derwent Drive

LU63PF

Borrowdale Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.