Area Information for Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ

Poynters Road in Dunstable is in the Eastern region of England. The postcode is within the Dunstable East ward/electoral division, which is in the constituency of Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard. This page combines information for the address Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ, and the neighbourhood in which it resides. If you wish, you can also view information for the whole of LU5 here. For more details on the exact area these statistics cover, please see the map below and click "Show Census Area Covered" immediately below the map.

For information about recent house sales in this postcode, please view our property sales page for LU5 4SJ.

Basic Information

Area Type Urban
Local Authority Central Bedfordshire
Ward Dunstable East
Constituency Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard * Note that some postcodes straddle constituency boundaries. To check your exact constituency by house number or name, use the TheyWorkForYou website at this link.
Region Eastern
Country England

Housing Summary

There has been a total of 29 property sales in Poynters Road, LU5 4SJ since the beginning of 1995.

You can view those sale prices and dates, as well as details of the types of housing and level of occupancy in this area on the Housing tab, simply click here

The most common type of housing in the area immediately surrounding this street is semi-detached houses, with the most common tenure being outright ownership. We also have information on housing tenure, occupancy and more on our Housing tab.

Policing & Crime Summary

We have information on the local policing neighbourhood (Dunstable & Rural), and the Bedfordshire Police force area, which is available on the Crime tab of this page.

We also hold details of the latest crimes committed near Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ.

Nearby Services

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Broadband Summary

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About the Demographic Information

The information on housing, people, culture, employment and education that is displayed about Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ is based on the last census performed in the UK in 2021. They are performed once every 10 years. Our website shows 2021 data for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. For Scotland, 2022 data is shown (the Scottish census was performed a year later than the rest of the UK). Please note: census information may include figures for adjacent streets and postcodes. The figures are therefore representative of the local area, not a specific street address or row of houses.

The census collection is designed so that each group of postcodes should contain at least 100 people (50 in Scotland). This is done to preserve the anonymity of the people in that area, as some postcodes cover a very small area, sometimes a single building. You can see the area covered by the census statistics by clicking "Show Census Area Covered" below the map above.

Nearby Locations

Our information is available for almost all UK postcodes. Why not take a look at some of these other postcodes in the immediate vicinity of Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ:

Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SN
Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SH
Wilbury Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4SY
Humphrys Road, Woodside Estate, Dunstable, LU5 4TB
Markham Crescent, Dunstable, LU5 4SS
Hadrian Avenue, Dunstable, LU5 4SP

Alternatively, click here to view demographic information about LU5 as a whole.

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House Prices

We have found 29 property sales in Poynters Road since the beginning of 1995.

Our data comes directly from the Land Registry, and is updated monthly. It does not include commercial sales, or sales of land without property.


Housing Types Embed This

The area containing Poynters Road, Dunstable consists predominantly of semi-detached housing, which can be an indicator of an affluent neighbourhood. Please note that the figures may include adjacent streets - see the Summary tab for an explanation and map of the area that these figures cover.

Housing Types
Detached 6
Semi-Detached 129
Terraced 10
Flat (Purpose-Built) 2
Flat (Converted) 1
Total 148
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Housing Tenure Embed This Back to Top

This area consists predominantly of housing where the property is owned outright - higher than the national average of almost 33%.

Housing Tenure
Owned Outright 77
Owned with Mortgage 56
Shared Ownership 0
Rented: From Council 0
Rented: Other Social 1
Rented: Private Landlord inc. letting agents 8
Rented: Other 4
Rent Free 0
Total 146

Housing Occupancy Embed This Back to Top

This data lists the total number of residents normally resident within each household. The figures do not record under- or over-occupancy.

Housing Occupancy
One Person 36
Two People 48
Three People 31
Four People 20
Five People 9
Six People 2
Seven People 2
8+ People 1
Total 149

Household Composition Embed This Back to Top

The area containing Poynters Road, Dunstable consists predominantly of single-family households, which is more common in suburban areas.

Household Composition
1 Person Household 36
Family Household 100
Other Household 14
Total 150

Household Deprivation Embed This Back to Top

Household deprivation was measured against four dimensions for the 2021 census - employment, education, health/disability, and overcrowding.

Household Deprivation
Not Deprived 67
Deprived In One Dimension 64
Deprived In Two Dimensions 19
Deprived In Three Dimensions 1
Deprived In Four Dimensions 0
Total 151

Gender Embed This

Across the UK as a whole, the gender split is roughly equal at 49% male, 51% female. This address in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard constituency is broadly in line with those figures, with 51% male.

Gender
Male 197
Female 189
Total 386

Age Groups Embed This Back to Top

Across the UK as a whole, the median age is 40.7 years. In general, inner-city areas show high concentrations of people aged 18-30, suburbs show larger numbers of small children and adults aged 30-50, and rural and small towns are more popular with older workers and retirees. Many poorer areas lack a majority age group, which is due in part to the people in that area being constrained by circumstance rather than being able to choose where to retire, raise a family or grow up.

Age Groups
0-4 28
5-9 19
10-14 20
15-19 18
20-24 23
25-29 14
30-34 24
35-39 28
40-44 18
45-49 20
50-54 22
55-59 35
60-64 33
65-69 12
70-74 25
75-79 16
80-84 11
85+ 21
Total 387

Relationship Status Embed This Back to Top

The postcode LU5 4SJ does not show a significant deviation from the average figures for the UK. In the UK as a whole, the average figures are approximately as follows for relationship statuses: 44.6% married, 37.9% single, 9% divorced, 6.2% widowed, and 2.3% separated.

Figures for relationship status do not include those aged under 16, or those family members aged 16-18 who are in full-time education. Following the Civil Partnership Act that came into force in 2019, census figures for 2021 no longer categorise same sex relationships as a separate category. Civil partnerships are now included within the figures for the other categories (Married, Divorced and so forth).

Relationship Status
Single 97
Married 158
Separated 6
Divorced 29
Widowed 25
Total 315

Health Embed This Back to Top

Health in the UK is strongly tied to age as you would expect, but the affluence of a neighbourhood also has strong influence, with deprived areas often showing poorer standards of health.

Overall, the UK considers itself to be healthy - 81.7% of residents rated their health as Very Good or Good. The full breakdown is as follows for the United Kingdom: 48.4% Very Good, 33.3% Good, 12.9% Fair, 4.2% Bad and 1.3% Very Bad.

It is notable that the number of residents reporting Very Good or Good health increased in 2021/22 compared to the previous census, despite an aging UK population. This may have been influenced by how people perceived their health against the backdrop of the pandemic.

Health
Very Good 180
Good 138
Fair 52
Bad 12
Very Bad 5
Total 387

Education & Qualifications Embed This Back to Top

At the time of the 2021 census, across the UK 18.2% of residents had no qualification, 10.3% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.2% had 5+ GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS-Levels, 16.6% had 2+ A-Levels, 33.6% had a degree (or similar professional qualification), and 5.6% had an apprenticeship.

The qualification levels are based on current qualification names. The former Ordinary Levels (O-Levels) and CSEs will be included in the GCSE figures. Former Higher School Certificates (HSCs) will be counted as A-Levels.

Highest Qualification Level Achieved
Degree or above, or Similar e.g. professional qualification (accountancy etc) 76
Apprenticeship 21
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels 42
5+ GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels 50
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 46
No GCSEs or Equivalent 73
Other 8
Total 316

Ethnic Group Embed This

As whole, the UK population claims itself as approximately 83% white, with this area being 81% white.

As a country with a diverse population, the UK is home to other sizable ethnic groups, with mixed ethnicity (2.7%), Indian (2.9%) and Pakistani (2.6%) being the largest groups reported.

There is considerable division of ethnicities within the UK, with ethnically diverse addresses uncommon outside of urban areas.

Ethnic Group
White 313
Mixed Ethnicity 5
Indian 12
Chinese 8
Other Asian 21
Black African 4
Black Caribbean 14
Other Black/African/Caribbean 2
Arab 4
Other 4
Total 387

Country of Birth Embed This Back to Top

At the time of the 2021/22 census, approximately 84% of the resident population of the United Kingdom were born in the UK. The other major groups were 6.7% from European countries, 5.2% from Middle Eastern or Asian countries, 2.5% from African countries, and 1.6% from the rest of the world.

Country of Birth
United Kingdom 306
European Union 49
Africa 4
Middle East and Asia 20
The Americas (North, Central and South America, and the Caribbean) 8
Total 387

Length of Residence Embed This Back to Top

At the time of the 2021/22 census, approximately 83.8% of the resident population of the United Kingdom were born in the UK. Some 9.4% have resided in the UK for 10 years plus, 2.8% for 5-10 years, 2.2% for 2-5 years, and 1.8% for less than two years.

The length of time a person has been resident in the UK has been calculated from the time a resident most recently arrived in the UK (excluding holidays/short stays outside the UK). However, residents that were born in the UK but emigrated and then later returned will still be counted as "Born in the United Kingdom".

Length of Residence
Born in The United Kingdom 306
10+ Years 56
5-10 Years 15
2-5 Years 2
Less Than 2 Years 7
Total 386

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Note that an individual may hold one or more passports. The data may include people living in adjacent addresses to LU5 4SJ.

Passport(s) Held
None 39
United Kingdom 289
Republic of Ireland 9
European Union 40
Rest of Europe 0
African Countries 1
Middle East or Asia 6

Religion Embed This Back to Top

The largest religious group in England and Wales are Christians - 46.2% of residents. However, a sizeable portion of the population (37.2%) claim to have no religion, which has increased substantially from the 25.1% reported in the 2011 census. Some 6.5% identify themselves as Muslim, 1.7% Hindu, 0.9% Sikh, 0.5% Buddhist, 0.5% Jewish, and 0.6% as other religions, while the remaining 6% did not state their religious views.

Religion
No Religion 112
Christian 220
Buddhist 6
Hindu 6
Jewish 1
Muslim 11
Sikh 5
Other Religion 1
Not Stated 22
Total 384

Economic Activity Embed This

This address within the Dunstable East ward showed a higher-than-average concentration of retired residents - 30% of the resident population. On average, around 21.7% of census respondents were retired. This represents a significant increase since the 2011 census, where 13.8% were retired. This may be partly explained by the number of people aged 65 years and over increasing in the UK, and partially by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the workforce in the time leading up to the census.

Figures for economic activity do not include those aged under 16, or those family members aged 16-18 who are in full-time education. The data was correct as of the 2021/22 census, which was a period of depressed economic activity.

The 2021 census occurred during period of depressed economic activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, care should be taken in interpreting figures relating to labour market participation.

Economic Activity
Full-Time Employee 114
Part-Time Employee (defined as 30 hours or less per week) 31
Self Employed (No Subordinates) 24
Self Employed (With Subordinates) 7
Unemployed 3
Full-Time Student (with or without job) 14
Retired 94
Looking After Home or Family 10
Long-Term Sick or Disabled 7
Other 9
Total 313

Occupation Group Embed This Back to Top

This data is based on resident aged 16+ on census day 2021/22, who were in employment. The categories used are taken from the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 2020.

Occupation Group
Managers, Directors and Senior Officials 26
Professional Occupations 22
Associate Professional Occupations 27
Administrative and Secretarial Occupations 25
Skilled Trades Occupations 27
Caring, Leisure and Other Service Occupations 18
Sales and Customer Service Occupations 14
Process, Plant and Machine Operatives 10
Elementary Occupations 16
Total 185

Socio-Economic Classification Embed This Back to Top

Classifications are assigned based on an algorithm created by the National Statistics Agency, called the Socio-economic Classification (NS-SEC).

Socio-Economic Classification
Large Employer or Higher Managerial/Professional 32
Supervisory, or Lower Managerial/Administrative/Professional 66
Intermediate Occupation e.g. clerical, sales, technical, engineering occupations 47
Own Account Worker/Small Employer 43
Lower Technical or Supervisory Occupation 14
Routine Occupation e.g. sales, service, production, operative, agricultural occupations 37
Semi-Routine Occupation 47
Never Worked or Long-Term Unemployed 14
Full-time Student 13
Total 313

Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ is within the Dunstable & Rural policing neighbourhood, under the Bedfordshire Police force area. For non-urgent queries, contact 101. For emergency assistance, please contact 999.


Neighbourhood Team

Crime: Click here to view crimes committed near Poynters Road
Neighbourhood Team Address Dunstable & Rural
West Street
Dunstable
LU6 1SJ
Force Website: http://www.beds.police.uk

Data courtesy of police.uk. See our Data Sources page for more information.

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Below are the details of the closest services to LU5 4SJ. All distances are straight-line distances, please consult the map of the facility to check the exact location. You can also view these details on our interactive services map for LU5 4SJ.

Nearest Railway Stations Back to Top

Listed here are the 20 closest railway stations to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest railway station is Leagrave, approximately 1.8 miles away.

Name Approximate Distance*
Leagrave 1.8 miles
Luton 3.7 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) 4.5 miles
Luton Airport Parkway 4.6 miles
Flitwick 7.4 miles
Cheddington 7.5 miles
Leighton Buzzard 7.8 miles
Harpenden 8.4 miles
Tring 8.5 miles
Berkhamsted 9.6 miles
Ridgmont 9.9 miles
Aspley Guise 11 miles
Lidlington 11 miles
Hemel Hempstead 11 miles
Woburn Sands 11 miles
Hitchin 11 miles
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) 11 miles
Bow Brickhill 12 miles
Apsley 12 miles
Fenny Stratford 12 miles

Nearest Primary Schools Back to Top

Listed here are the 10 closest primary schools to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is The Vale Academy, approximately 430 yards away.

Name Approximate Distance* Last Ofsted Inspection
The Vale Academy 430 yards May 2023
    
Hadrian Academy 640 yards January 2018
    
Chantry Primary Academy 640 yards March 2018
    
St Christophers Academy 770 yards January 2012
    
Southfield Primary Academy 0.5 miles June 2023
    
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School 0.6 miles December 2018
    
The Ferrars Academy 0.8 miles May 2017
    
Ferrars Junior School 0.8 miles June 2017
    
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School 1 mile September 2013
    
Lime Tree Primary Academy 1.1 miles February 2024
    

Nearest Secondary Schools Back to Top

Listed here are the 10 closest secondary schools to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is The Chalk Hills Academy, approximately 650 yards away.

Name Approximate Distance* Last Ofsted Inspection
The Chalk Hills Academy 650 yards May 2018
    
Priory Academy (All Through) 1.1 miles June 2017
    
Houstone School 1.2 miles  
The Academy of Central Bedfordshire 1.3 miles June 2015
    
Challney High School for Girls 1.3 miles January 2020
    
Challney High School for Boys 1.3 miles November 2023
    
All Saints Academy Dunstable 1.3 miles November 2024
Manshead Church of England Academy 1.6 miles September 2021
    
Queensbury Academy 1.8 miles October 2024
Lealands High School 1.9 miles May 2023
    

Nearest Doctor's Surgeries/GP Practices Back to Top

Listed here are the 10 closest GPs (General Practitioners) to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is Wheatfield Surgery, approximately 800 yards away. Please consult the NHS Choices website to check if the facility is currently accepting new NHS patients.

Nearest Dentists Back to Top

Listed here are the 10 closest dentists to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is Poynters Road Dental Practice, approximately < 50 yards away. Please consult the NHS Choices website to check if the facility is currently accepting new NHS patients.

Nearest Hospitals Back to Top

Listed here are the 3 closest hospitals to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is Luton and Dunstable Hospital, approximately 1 mile away.

Name Approximate Distance*
Luton and Dunstable Hospital 1 mile
Spire Harpenden Hospital 7.5 miles
Harpenden Memorial Hospital 8.2 miles

Nearest Opticians Back to Top

Listed here are the 10 closest opticians to Poynters Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SJ. The nearest is Tesco Opticians, approximately 0.7 miles away.

* Distances are measured in a straight line from the given postcode. Please consult the facility's map page or your preferred route finding/GPS app for driving directions.


 

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Broadband in LU5 4SJ

This postcode has support for gigabit broadband at one or more premises. Gigabit broadband is the latest high-speed standard, meaning fixed line broadband at a potential speed of 1,000Mbps or more - more than enough for even the most demanding household gaming, video calling, video and internet browsing needs. Note that occasionally some properties in a postcode may still not be eligible due to conditions on the ground, or the building structure. If you wish to enquire about a specific property in this postcode, contact the major suppliers, for instance Virgin Media, BT Broadband and Plusnet. For more information on Superfast Broadband, see the OpenReach website.

Broadband data is based on information provided by the major fixed internet service providers in the UK, including Virgin Media and BT. It does not include providers of satellite internet.

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Gigabit (1,000Mbps+) Internet Available? Yes
Ultrafast (300Mbps+) Broadband Available? Yes
Superfast (30Mbps+) Broadband Available? Yes
Maximum Download Speed Available 1000Mbps+

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Supplier Customer Rating
Plusnet 76.2%
Zen Internet 75.8%
Post Office 74%
EE Broadband 73.4%
NOW TV 70.8%
Vodafone 70%
Sky Digital 69.2%
BT Broadband 67.4%
Virgin Media 67.4%
TalkTalk 65.2%
 

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