Postcode local report
LU1 3HQ local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Luton
LocaleIQ report for LU1 3HQ: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for LU1 3HQ
Generated 26 Apr 2026LU1 3HQ sits in South, Luton. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (36/100). Licensed HMO activity is the strongest local change signal right now. Use this as a local report: the figures below are postcode, radius, small-area or district-level depending on source.
Key facts
Data says
Sources shown per section - snapshot 26 Apr 2026- LocaleIQ change-pressure score is 36/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. (-4% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 6,696 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 11 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 0 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 14 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 100 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabLicensed HMO at 284, Park Street, Luton, LU1 3HD
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
12 Feb 2030 - 160 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 114a, Park Street, Luton, LU1 3EY
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
5 Mar 2029 - 347 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 12, Chequer Street, Luton, LU1 3DW
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
5 Dec 2028 - 278 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 20, Strathmore Avenue, Luton, LU1 3NZ
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 5 residents.
1 Nov 2028 - 145 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 219, Park Street, Luton, LU1 3HQ
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
16 Oct 2028 - 0 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 239, Park Street, Luton, LU1 3HQ
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
2 Aug 2028 - 0 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 228, Park Street, Luton, LU1 3HB
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
15 May 2028 - 43 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Licensed HMO at 7, Surrey Street, Luton, LU1 3BX
hm1 hmo licensing for up to 6 residents.
25 Apr 2028 - 342 m - Luton HMO Public Register
Nearby context for LU1 3HQ
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Common questions about LU1 3HQ
Is LU1 3HQ a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 36/100 (High Change Pressure). The report combines local records with wider official context, so treat the result as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near LU1 3HQ?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near LU1 3HQ?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What demographics are available for LU1 3HQ?
LocaleIQ matched LU1 3HQ to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.