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Lewsey South

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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 high crime levels, with around 73 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

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lewsey South Population

8,806

Population density

5,403.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

40.65(+29%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.06(-30%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.49(+18%)

Public order

6.7(+31%)

Other theft

5.22(-5%)

East of England average

Demographics

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

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

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

2.81%

Total households: 3,091

Property prices in Lewsey South

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Lewsey South area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,000 up to £485,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	7	£430,000	£361,500	£395,000	£465,000	£483,500
Semi-Detached	51	£340,000	£255,000	£307,500	£356,250	£392,500
Terraced	16	£315,500	£208,000	£276,500	£350,000	£396,250
Flats	2	£122,000	£92,300	£105,500	£138,500	£151,700

10 years median price trend in Lewsey South

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

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Housing

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Property prices in Lewsey South

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