Russell Road is in Toddington, Dunstable and in South Bedfordshire district. LU5 6QE is located in the Toddington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Russell Road, Toddington, Dunstable, LU5 6QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LU5 6EY, LU5 6QF, LU5 6EX, LU5 6BD, LU5 6FD, LU5 6FB, LU5 6JD, LU5 6BB, LU5 6DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LU5 6QE 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 | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.5% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.3% | 39.1% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 42.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 13.5% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 | 52.5% | 52.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 30.1% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 10% | 15.1% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 10% | 13.4% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 9.3% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 17.6% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 19.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 33.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 91.5% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 93.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.9% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 92.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Russell Road was 11.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.8% lower than the Eaton Bray average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Russell Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Eaton Bray and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Detached, a newly built property | £525,000 | 2025-05-30 | £533,155 |
| 45 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-03-24 | £310,051 |
| 47 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2022-01-14 | £393,463 |
| 73 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-11-26 | £585,576 |
| 43 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2021-11-19 | £242,688 |
LU5 6QE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toddington St George Church of England School Manor Road , Toddington LU5 6AJ | 4out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalton Lower School Luton Road , Chalton LU4 9UJ | 3out of 4 | 3,649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hockliffe Lower School Woburn Road , Hockliffe LU7 9LL | 4out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Grove Road , Houghton Regis LU5 5PE | 3out of 4 | 3,994 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tithe Farm Primary School Tithe Farm Road , Houghton Regis LU5 5JB | 3out of 4 | 4,306 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 | 4,450 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlington Upper School Goswell End Road , Harlington LU5 6NX | 3out of 4 | 4,819 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfields Middle School Park Road , Toddington LU5 6AB | - not rated | 857 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 | 4,431 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chiltern School Parkside Drive , LU5 5PX | 3out of 4 | 4,570 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro Twenty Four | 24 High Street, Toddington | 611 yd | |
| Soper & Co | 8 High Street, Toddington | 684 yd | |
| Red Chilli Restaurant | 11 Market Square, Toddington | 778 yd | |
| Delicious Desserts | 1-3 Church Square, Toddington | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toddington Social & Services Club | 15 High Street, Toddington | 494 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | Market Square, Toddington | 778 yd | |
| The Bell | 4 Market Square, Toddington | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tin Yau Takeaway | 20 High Street, Toddington | 533 yd | |
| UK Fried Chicken | 32A High Street, Toddington | 583 yd | |
| Peking House | 15 Market Square, Toddington | 778 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Glebe RANDALL DRIVE | grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Toddington Recreation Ground LUTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 676 yd |
| Parkfields Middle School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 873 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 | 88.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.