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About

Leagrave ward occupies the northern section of Luton, bordered by open countryside to the west and north. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types from inter-war semis to modern estates. The River Lea, from which Luton derives its name, has its source within the ward's boundaries at a site known as Leagrave Marsh.

The landscape is defined by the presence of the Chiltern Hills, with the ancient Icknield Way path tracing its edge. A significant local feature is the large Marsh Farm estate, providing extensive community housing. Transport links are central, with the M1 motorway skirting the eastern side and a mainline railway station offering direct connections to London.

Area overview

On average Leagrave has high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 29.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Leagrave is £47,066 per year. There are 3 schools in Leagrave: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
29.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Leagrave

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Leagrave area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £455,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Leagrave 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 Leagrave over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£410,000
Flats6£136,250
Semi-Detached30£325,000
Terraced13£278,000

10 years median price trend in Leagrave

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.