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Leighton-Linslade West

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About

Leighton-Linslade West is a residential ward in the town of Leighton Buzzard, part of Central Bedfordshire. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. It is bordered by the Grand Union Canal to the west, providing walking and cycling routes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The ward has good transport links, with Leighton Buzzard railway station offering direct services to London Euston. Nearby green spaces like Tiddenfoot Waterside Park provide recreational opportunities. The area is predominantly residential, with a focus on community facilities and convenience for daily life. Leighton-Linslade West balances suburban living with access to the town centre and surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Leighton-Linslade West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leighton-Linslade West is £53,740 per year. There are 6 schools in Leighton-Linslade West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Leighton-Linslade West

Based on 224 recent sales, the median property price is £311,250 in Leighton-Linslade West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Leighton-Linslade West 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 Leighton-Linslade West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£517,500
Flats61£186,000
Semi-Detached43£398,000
Terraced82£310,000

10 years median price trend in Leighton-Linslade West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Leighton-Linslade West.

All postcodes in Leighton-Linslade West

LU72AB

Derwent Road

LU72LN

Apple Tree Close

LU72LR

Church Road

LU72PA

Mentmore Road

LU72QA

Derwent Road

LU72RQ

Golden Riddy

LU72TQ

Stoke Road

LU72AR

Dickens Yard

LU71BD

Doggett Street

LU72AE

Grovebury Road

LU72AP

Hollies Court

LU72AT

The Wharf

LU72LU

Hollies Court

LU72PF

Cedars Way

LU72PZ

Himley Green

LU72TJ

Bideford Green

LU72UG

Bideford Green

LU72UH

Leighton Road

LU72UT

Camberton Road

LU72XF

Morar Close

LU71FW

King Street

LU72UW

Camberton Road

LU72UY

Beech Grove

LU73DQ

The Wood

LU73WJ

Millstream Way

LU70PN

Wing Road

LU72AJ

Mentmore Road

LU71FG

Vimy Road

LU72LQ

Village Court

LU72SE

Knaves Hill

LU72SX

The Paddocks

LU72WE

Finch Crescent

LU72LX

Hollies Court

LU72PN

Orchard Drive

LU72PR

Village Court

LU72QF

Southcourt Road

LU72QD

Barnabas Road

LU72TT

Bideford Green

LU72UD

Knaves Hill

LU72NF

Station Road

LU72PE

Finch Crescent

LU72RH

Golden Riddy

LU72RT

Bideford Green

LU72TB

Bossington Lane

LU72TW

Chestnut Rise

LU72UE

Derwent Road

LU72XN

Melfort Drive

Data Sources

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