Russell Road is in Toddington, Dunstable and in South Bedfordshire district. LU5 6QF 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 6QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LU5 6BD, LU5 6QE, LU5 6BB, LU5 6EX, LU5 6EY, LU5 6JA, LU5 6JD, LU5 6DA, LU5 6JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LU5 6QF has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 49% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 LU5 6QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 27.2% | 29.9% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 52.9% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.5% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 10.2% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 51.9% | 50.7% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 36.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9.7% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around LU5 6QF this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 9.5% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.4% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.8% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 42.7% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 8.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 94.4% | 93.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 92.8% | 93.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 4.4% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Russell Road was 105.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% higher than the Eaton Bray average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Russell Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Eaton Bray and the 126th highest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Detached, a newly built property | £575,000 | 2025-04-16 | £589,657 |
| 64 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-09-15 | £422,601 |
| 62 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-07-05 | £446,465 |
| 76 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £457,500 | 2021-12-17 | £522,429 |
| 94 Russell Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2020-12-18 | £529,011 |
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalton Lower School Luton Road , Chalton LU4 9UJ | 3out of 4 | 3,724 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hockliffe Lower School Woburn Road , Hockliffe LU7 9LL | 4out of 4 | 3,744 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Grove Road , Houghton Regis LU5 5PE | 3out of 4 | 4,077 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlington Lower School Westoning Road , Harlington LU5 6PD | 4out of 4 | 4,388 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,534 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlington Upper School Goswell End Road , Harlington LU5 6NX | 3out of 4 | 4,805 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 | 800 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 | 4,514 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chiltern School Parkside Drive , LU5 5PX | 3out of 4 | 4,652 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 | 578 yd | |
| Soper & Co | 8 High Street, Toddington | 648 yd | |
| Red Chilli Restaurant | 11 Market Square, Toddington | 745 yd | |
| Delicious Desserts | 1-3 Church Square, Toddington | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toddington Social & Services Club | 15 High Street, Toddington | 482 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | Market Square, Toddington | 745 yd | |
| The Bell | 4 Market Square, Toddington | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tin Yau Takeaway | 20 High Street, Toddington | 508 yd | |
| UK Fried Chicken | 32A High Street, Toddington | 553 yd | |
| Peking House | 15 Market Square, Toddington | 745 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Glebe RANDALL DRIVE | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| Toddington Recreation Ground LUTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 668 yd |
| Parkfields Middle School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 807 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.