Binham Close is in Luton and in Luton district. LU2 7AR is located in the Barnfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Luton North. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Binham Close, Luton, LU2 7AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LU2 7BX, LU2 7LB, LU2 7AP, LU2 7AT, LU2 7AW, LU2 7AL, LU2 7EA, LU2 7DA, LU2 7BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LU2 7AR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.5% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.5% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LU2 7AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.1% | 27.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 58.9% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7% | 5.7% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.6% | 46.6% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 40% | 39.3% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 11.5% | 4.1% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.1% | 17.4% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 17.1% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 34.4% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 3.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 10.3% | 13.5% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 10.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 72.1% | 60.3% | -11.8% | 81.4% | -21.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 81.8% 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 | 89.5% | 81.8% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 4.2% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 6.7% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 81.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 15.1% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 0% | -10.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.5% | 37.2% | -21.7% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Hindu | 9.9% | 1.7% | 8.2% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Binham Close was 23.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.8% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Binham Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Barnfield and the 78th lowest crime rate of 582 local areas in Luton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Binham Close, Luton, Luton Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2024-03-14 | £386,775 |
| 18 Binham Close, Luton, Luton Detached, an established residential building | £453,000 | 2024-03-01 | £458,663 |
| 17 Binham Close, Luton, Luton Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2022-11-02 | £469,075 |
| 16 Binham Close, Luton, Luton Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-04 | £396,042 |
| 10 Binham Close, Luton, Luton Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2021-01-08 | £458,811 |
LU2 7AR 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 LU2 7AR 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 26 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere Nursery School Icknield Way , LU3 2BT | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Bank Nursery Wauluds Bank Drive , LU3 3LZ | - not rated | 2,483 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gill Blowers Nursery School 1 Mossdale Court , Teesdale LU4 9JL | 3out of 4 | 3,616 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Hill Nursery School Whitecroft Road , LU2 0JS | 3out of 4 | 4,242 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothesay Nursery School 59 Rothesay Road , LU1 1RB | 3out of 4 | 4,557 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warden Hill Infant Academy Birdsfoot Lane , LU3 2DN | 2out of 4 | 377 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Infant School Birdsfoot Lane , LU3 2DN | - not rated | 377 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Junior School Birdsfoot Lane , LU3 2DN | - not rated | 423 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushmead Junior School Bushmead Road , LU2 7EU | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushmead Infant School Bushmead Road , LU2 7EU | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Science College Warden Hill Road , LU2 7AE | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Science College Warden Hill Road , LU2 7AE | - not rated | 842 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield High School Riddy Lane , LU3 2AH | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield High School Riddy Lane , LU3 2AH | - not rated | 928 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stopsley High School St Thomas's Road , LU2 7UX | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnfield College New Bedford Road , LU2 7BF | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Luton Sixth Form College Bradgers Hill Road , LU2 7EW | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Secondary School Northwell Drive , LU3 3SP | 4out of 4 | 2,000 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ameina Community Education 19a Ambleside , Luton LU3 2SF | - not rated | 2,401 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus School 77-79 Marsh Road , LU3 2QG | - not rated | 2,626 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Preparatory School 4 Roman Road , LU3 2QT | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia 364 - 370 Leagrave Road , LU3 1RF | - not rated | 2,687 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashiyana Indian Luton Ltd | 66 Birdsfoot Lane | 621 yd | |
| Luton Women and Girls Cricket Club | Lancaster Avenue | 649 yd | |
| Aramark @ Barnfield College | Barnfield College, New Bedford Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Warden Beefeater | The Warden, 129 Barton Road | 462 yd | |
| South Bedfordshire Golf Club | Warden Hill Road, Luton | 769 yd | |
| Jolly Milliner | 121 Icknield Way | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Pan Oriental Cuisine | 70 Birdsfoot Lane | 621 yd | |
| CAFE GRILL EXPRESS | 5b Riddy Lane | 1,041 yd | |
| Riddy Lane Peri Peri | 3 Riddy Lane | 1,041 yd | |
| Meedou | 1 Riddy Lane | 1,041 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5c Riddy Lane | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warden Hill Infant School BIRDSFOOT LANE | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Lancaster Avenue Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND LANCASTER AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 644 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School WARDEN HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Icknield High School RIDDY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 960 yd |
| Barnfield College BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,069 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 | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 214.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.