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About

New Town is a residential and commercial area in Luton, located to the east of the town center. It features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and modern apartment blocks, alongside retail spaces and local businesses. The area is well-connected, with easy access to major roads like the A505 and public transport links, including Luton Railway Station.

The district includes several green spaces, such as Wardown Park, which offers walking paths and a museum. Shopping options range from independent stores to larger supermarkets, catering to everyday needs. New Town serves as a practical hub for both residents and commuters, balancing urban convenience with quieter residential pockets.

Area overview

On average New Town has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 159 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Town is £44,600 per year. There are 8 schools in New Town: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

159

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

New Town Population

13,277

Population density

4,865.7 per km²

Demographics

British

3,841

28.93%

Other White

3,356

25.28%

African

1,028

7.74%

Indian

939

7.07%

Pakistani

807

6.08%

Total population: 13,275

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,587

49.22%

Owns with a mortgage

816

15.53%

Owns outright

693

13.18%

Social rents from council

533

10.14%

Other social rented

475

9.04%

Total households: 5,256

Property prices in New Town

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £235,750 in New Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,165 up to £1,700,000.

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 New Town over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£640,000	£363,000	£435,000	£1,090,000	£1,578,000
Flats	23	£135,000	£59,671	£112,500	£171,000	£192,250
Semi-Detached	22	£330,000	£224,400	£290,500	£428,750	£571,000
Terraced	34	£234,750	£199,750	£217,250	£275,000	£313,700

10 years median price trend in New Town

Data Sources

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

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

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