London Area Guides
Our area guide to Luton gives you a quick overview of the neighbourhood from its properties, public parks, local schools, council tax, public transport links to shopping and going out.
Postcodes covered by this area guide include LU1, LU4
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Schools in Luton & Exam Results
Schools in Luton fall under the Luton Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Luton by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.
Local schools within Luton
Luton Council Tax Rates
Council Tax is worked out by your local council who sets the Council Tax rates for each year. Your property postcode will determine which council you will need to pay. There are currently 3 councils covering the Luton area.
Council tax rates for each Local Authority
| Council | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dacorum | £958 | £1,118 | £1,277 | £1,437 | £1,756 | £2,076 | £2,395 | £2,874 |
| Luton | £914 | £1,066 | £1,219 | £1,371 | £1,371 | £1,371 | £1,371 | £1,371 |
| South Bedfordshire | £1,048 | £1,222 | £1,222 | £1,222 | £1,921 | £1,921 | £2,619 | £2,619 |
| English Averages | £1,114 | £1,300 | £1,486 | £1,671 | £2,043 | £2,414 | £2,786 | £3,343 |
How much will I have to pay?
Each year, every local authority will set a rate of council tax for each valuation band. The amount you have to pay depends on the value of your property and the current rates for your local council. Not everyone will have to pay the full amount of council tax. There are three ways in which your council tax bill may be reduced.
Reductions in council tax
- Reduction scheme for disabled people
- Discounts (i.e. If only one person lives in a property they will get a 25% discount on the council tax bill)
- Council tax benefit and second adult rebate
Learn more about council tax at HM Revenue & Customs
Luton Local Authorities
Luton is is represented by Dacorum Council, Luton Council, South Bedfordshire Counci. which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.
Council responsibilities
The council is responsible for all council services and duties, which include Social Services, housing, education and planning. If you’ve a specific question for this council, please visit their website to get contact details for key departments.
Dacorum Council Website
Luton Council Website
South Bedfordshire Council Website
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