Manning Court is in Houghton Regis, Dunstable and in South Bedfordshire district. LU5 5QP is located in the Houghton Regis East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manning Court, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LU5 5TH, LU5 5LR, LU5 5QL, LU5 5LD, LU5 5LL, LU5 5TS, LU5 5TZ, LU5 5RH, LU5 5XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LU5 5QP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 58.1% | 56.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 41.9% | 43.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LU5 5QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.6% | 49.1% | 17.5% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.6% | 18.6% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -25.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 13.2% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 21.1% | 12% | -9.1% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 31.2% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -17.2% |
| Good health | 24.7% | 34.9% | 10.2% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 23.2% | 24.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 11.5% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 7.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around LU5 5QP this area, 42.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50% | 42.8% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 24.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.3% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 14.5% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 10.8% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 12.7% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -21.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 92.4% | 77.8% | -14.6% | 81.4% | -3.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.6% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 85.3% 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 | 97.5% | 85.3% | -12.2% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 6% | 5.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 6.5% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 85.3% | -9.6% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.7% | 9.7% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.7% | 76.7% | -18.0% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manning Court was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Houghton Regis East average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Manning Court, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-11-17 | £147,961 |
| 12 Manning Court, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2015-11-24 | £161,216 |
| 23 Manning Court, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2013-07-17 | £150,308 |
| 23 Manning Court, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2010-01-13 | £129,392 |
| 12 Manning Court, Dunstable, Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2008-01-07 | £147,229 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Nursery School Goldstone Crescent , LU5 4QU | 4out of 4 | 1,871 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pastures Way Nursery School Pastures Way , LU4 0PE | 3out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Nursery School Westfield Road , LU6 1DL | 4out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gill Blowers Nursery School 1 Mossdale Court , Teesdale LU4 9JL | 2out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Hammersmith Gardens , Houghton Regis LU5 5RG | 3out of 4 | 113 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Whitehead CofE Academy Angels Lane , Houghton Regis LU5 5HH | 1out of 4 | 584 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tithe Farm Primary School Tithe Farm Road , Houghton Regis LU5 5JB | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Park Community Primary Parkside Drive , Houghton Regis LU5 5QN | - not rated | 712 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Regis Primary School St Michael's Avenue , Houghton Regis LU5 5DH | 3out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Regis Academy Parkside Drive , Houghton Regis LU5 5PX | 1out of 4 | 938 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Academy Dunstable Houghton Road , LU5 5AB | 2out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chalk Hills Academy Leagrave High St , LU4 0NE | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lealands High School Sundon Park Road , LU3 3AL | 3out of 4 | 3,562 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Challney High School for Girls Addington Way , LU4 9FJ | 2out of 4 | 3,633 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Bedfordshire College Kingsway , LU5 4HG | - not rated | 2,096 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Academy Britain Street , LU5 4JA | 3out of 4 | 2,832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Academy of Central Bedfordshire Kingsland Campus , Parkside Drive LU5 5PX | 3out of 4 | 944 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chiltern School Parkside Drive , LU5 5PX | 3out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Dunstable Ridgeway Avenue , LU5 4QL | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School 28 Priory Road , LU5 4HR | - not rated | 2,731 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weatherfield Academy Brewers Hill Road , LU6 1AF | 3out of 4 | 3,223 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe & Smoothies Bar | 5 Bedford Square, Houghton Regis | 578 yd | |
| Cinnamon Lounge | 12 Bedford Square, Houghton Regis | 595 yd | |
| Houghton Regis Day Centre | 12 Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis | 622 yd | |
| The Turkish Taste | 4 Hillborough Crescent, Houghton Regis | 712 yd | |
| Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd | Whitbread PLC, Chiswell Court | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | East End, Houghton Regis | 251 yd | |
| The Crown | East End, Houghton Regis | 251 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | High Street, Houghton Regis | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China House | 11 Bedford Square, Houghton Regis | 578 yd | |
| Istanbul Takeaway | 4 Bedford Square, Houghton Regis | 618 yd | |
| BBB Group Ltd | 1 The Cloisters, Houghton Regis | 649 yd | |
| Tithe Chicken & Chips | 145A Tithe Farm Road, Houghton Regis | 669 yd | |
| Mister Chips | 2 Hillborough Crescent, Houghton Regis | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | High Street, Houghton Regis | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moore Crescent Recreation Ground Moore Crescent | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Tithe Farm Road Recreation Ground Tithe Farm Road | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Parkside Drive Recreation Ground Parkside Drive | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Houghton Regis Academy PARKSIDE DRIVE | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Central Bedfordshire College (Houghton Regis) Parkside Drive | health and fitness suite | 1,009 yd |
| Houghton Regis Leisure Centre PARKSIDE DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,012 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.