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England / South East / Medway / Luton

About

Luton is a residential ward located in the Medway unitary authority in Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It sits close to the A2 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and Medway’s urban centres like Chatham and Gillingham. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping areas catering to daily needs.

The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with several green spaces such as Luton Recreation Ground offering leisure opportunities. Public transport links connect residents to Medway’s wider network, including bus routes to Chatham and Rainham. Luton’s proximity to the Medway Valley and the River Medway provides some scenic surroundings, balancing urban convenience with quieter pockets of nature. The area is largely residential, with limited commercial activity, making it a quiet place to live within Medway.

Area overview

On average Luton has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 141 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Luton is £42,653 per year. There are 3 schools in Luton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
141
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
20.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Luton

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Luton area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £425,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£355,000
Flats14£76,750
Semi-Detached27£265,000
Terraced56£225,000

10 years price trend in Luton

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.