How much social housing is near Dunstable West?

About 17.8% across the Dunstable West area.

What are prices by property type in Dunstable West?

Latest medians: Detached £495,000, Semi-detached £347,500, Terraced £325,000, Flats £223,750.

How safe is Dunstable West?

Crime level in Dunstable West is moderate with about 63 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Dunstable West?

There are 4,165 households in Dunstable West

How deprived is Dunstable West?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 15092 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Dunstable West?

Based on 88 recent sales, the median price is £325,000.

What home types are most common in Dunstable West?

Housing mix: semi-detached 43.2%, terraced 24.4%.

What's the average income in Dunstable West?

Average resident income is about £49,200 per year.

What's the Dunstable West population and density?

Dunstable West population is 10,667 with density 4405.7 per km².

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Q: What schools in Dunstable West and how are they rated?

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

England / East of England / Central Bedfordshire / Dunstable West

About

Dunstable West is a residential area located in the southern part of Central Bedfordshire, bordered by the Chiltern Hills to the west. The area features a mix of housing, including post-war developments and more modern estates, catering to families and commuters. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, with the town centre within easy reach.

The area benefits from good transport links, with the A5 and M1 providing access to nearby towns and London. Dunstable Downs, a popular spot for walking and outdoor activities, lies just to the west. The community is served by several primary schools and a secondary school, making it a practical choice for families.

Area overview

On average Dunstable West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 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 Dunstable West is £49,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Dunstable West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

17.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Dunstable West Population

10,667

Population density

4,405.7 per km²

Demographics

British

7,848

73.6%

Other White

990

9.28%

African

354

3.32%

Indian

231

2.17%

Other Asian

162

1.52%

Total population: 10,663

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,619

38.9%

Owns outright

1,199

28.81%

Social rents from council

567

13.62%

Private landlord or letting agency

433

10.4%

Other social rented

214

5.14%

Total households: 4,162

Property prices in Dunstable West

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Dunstable West area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £865,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£495,000	£307,500	£381,125	£653,500	£843,000
Flats	12	£223,750	£158,500	£203,750	£234,250	£256,750
Semi-Detached	34	£347,500	£239,500	£306,813	£380,000	£481,750
Terraced	30	£325,000	£233,900	£276,500	£345,750	£371,850

10 years price trend in Dunstable West

All postcodes in Dunstable West

LU61DR

Ashcroft

LU61ND

Cross Street North

LU61ED

Beech Green

LU61PL

Franklin Road

LU61TH

Bunhill Close

LU61UU

Brewers Hill Road

LU62AD

Beacon Avenue

LU62AR

Lancot Drive

LU55GL

Mandrell Close

LU61AD

Brewers Hill Road

LU61AF

Brewers Hill Road

LU61DE

Delco Way

LU61FT

Money Mead

LU61LB

Beale Street

LU61UB

Aldbanks

LU62AW

Lancot Avenue

LU61DL

Westfield Road

LU62AN

Dunstable Road

LU62AQ

Dunstable Road

LU61BW

Suncote Avenue

LU61FG

High Street North

LU61FA

Aynscombe Close

LU61PP

Benning Avenue

LU62AF

Coombe Drive

LU62AG

Totternhoe Road

LU61AA

Brewers Hill Road

LU61AQ

Aldbanks

LU61BF

High Street North

LU61FP

Lotus Mews

LU61PR

Tring Road

LU61AJ

Aldbanks

LU61FR

Bank Avenue

LU61TL

Norman Way

LU61TU

Hillcroft

LU62AH

Gardner's Close

LU62NT

Royce Close

LU61EB

Beech Green

LU61UH

Englands Avenue

LU61DZ

Loring Road

LU61EA

Ashcroft

DN33FX

Rands Lane

LU55AA

Dunstable West

LU61BU

Palma Close

LU61EF

Beecroft Way

LU61FY

Stamp Acre

LU61PN

Benning Avenue

LU61BB

Brewers Hill Road

LU61DA

Brewers Hill Road

LU61DX

Ashcroft

LU61EQ

Pascomb Road

LU61FB

Austin Road

LU61TY

Aidans Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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