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About

Lewsey South is a residential neighbourhood situated in the northwest of Luton. The area is primarily made up of post-war housing, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some low-rise flats. Its layout is defined by several main roads that channel traffic, while quieter side streets provide access to local amenities. The built environment is functional, with green spaces integrated into the housing estates.

A central feature is Lewsey Park, a large open space with sports pitches, a playground, and areas of woodland. This park serves as a significant community hub for recreation and local events. The area is served by local shops and schools concentrated along Marsh Road and surrounding streets, meeting everyday needs. Its position offers straightforward road access to the M1 motorway, linking it to wider regional networks.

Area overview

On average Lewsey South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lewsey South is £58,082 per year. There are 2 schools in Lewsey South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Lewsey South is home to around 8,806 people, with a population density of about 5,403.7 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lewsey South Population
8,806
Population density
5,403.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
38.72(+25%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.97(-22%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.79(-10%)
Public order
5.68(+9%)
Other theft
5.34(-4%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,809
31.89%
Pakistani
1,391
15.79%
Indian
920
10.45%
Other Asian
913
10.37%
Other White
743
8.44%
Total population: 8,808

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,408
34.65%
No qualifications
1,503
21.63%
Level 3 (A level)
858
12.35%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
845
12.16%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
763
10.98%
Total 16+ residents: 6,949

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,118
36.17%
Owns with a mortgage
969
31.35%
Private landlord or letting agency
643
20.8%
Social rents from council
192
6.21%
Other social rented
87
2.81%
Total households: 3,091

Property prices in Lewsey South

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Lewsey South area, with individual transactions ranging from £196,000 up to £485,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lewsey 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 Lewsey South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£427,500
Semi-Detached40£340,000
Terraced15£320,000

10 years median price trend in Lewsey South

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

Data Sources

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