St Andrews Close is in Slip End, Luton and in South Bedfordshire district. LU1 4DE is located in the Caddington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Luton South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Andrews Close, Slip End, Luton, LU1 4DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LU1 4DD, LU1 4BE, LU1 4BU, LU1 4BT, LU1 4BS, LU1 4BP, LU1 4DA, LU1 4BX, LU1 4DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LU1 4DE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 53.2% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 51.3% | 46.8% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32% | 28.9% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 49% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 12% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.3% | 45.5% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.2% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 13.1% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 14.2% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 7.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 21.5% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 28.9% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 95% | 91.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
In this area, 89.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 89.7% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 89.7% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.6% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Andrews Close was 19.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% lower than the Caddington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Andrews Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Caddington and the 144th lowest crime rate of 873 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 St Andrews Close, Luton, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2025-08-22 | £394,141 |
| 8 St Andrews Close, Luton, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2025-07-25 | £473,219 |
| 18 St Andrews Close, Luton, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2025-06-13 | £344,490 |
| 27 St Andrews Close, Luton, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-11-27 | £425,610 |
| 2 St Andrews Close, Luton, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-03-31 | £382,777 |
LU1 4DE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LU1 4DE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Street Nursery School Russell Street , LU1 5EA | 3out of 4 | 2,832 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothesay Nursery School 59 Rothesay Road , LU1 1RB | 3out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Hill Nursery School Whitecroft Road , LU2 0JS | 3out of 4 | 4,256 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slip End Village School Ross Way , Slip End LU1 4DD | - not rated | 112 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caddington Village School Five Oaks , Caddington LU1 4JD | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowfield Lower School Five Oaks , Caddington LU1 4JD | - not rated | 1,963 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Lower School The Green , Caddington LU1 4HF | - not rated | 2,181 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret of Scotland RC VA Infant School Rotheram Avenue , LU1 5PP | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Stockwood Park Academy Rotheram Avenue , LU1 5PP | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Luton High School Cutenhoe Road , LU1 3NH | - not rated | 2,760 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Academy Gipsy Lane , LU1 3GF | 3out of 4 | 3,452 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Studio School Luton 1 - 9 York Street , LU2 0EZ | - not rated | 4,214 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnfield Business and Enterprise Studio Academy 1-9 York Street , LU2 0EZ | - not rated | 4,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Streetfield Middle School Dunstable Road , Caddington LU1 4BB | - not rated | 5,366 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claystone School Half Moon Lane , Pepperstock LU1 4LL | - not rated | 548 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadmead School 117 Tennyson Road , LU1 3RR | - not rated | 2,388 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary School 117 Tennyson Road , LU1 3RR | - not rated | 2,453 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avenue Centre for Education Cutenhoe Road , LU1 3NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education & Youth Services Ltd (Luton) 21-25 Adelaide Street , LU1 5BB | - not rated | 3,143 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice1875 | The Frog & Rhubarb, 30 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| Woodside Animal Farm | Woodside Farm, Mancroft Road | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rising Sun | 1 - 3 Front Street, Slip End | 202 yd | |
| The Plough | Woodside Road, Woodside | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Slip End Village School ROSS WAY | swimming pool | 117 yd |
| Slip End Playing Fields SLIP END PLAYING FIELD SLIP END PLAYING FIELD CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 731 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 49.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.