Where is Luton?
Luton is located an hour’s drive north of London. It’s located near Junction 11 of the M1 in the northern corner of the Chilterns National Landscape. It lies along the border between Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, with Bedford, Milton Keynes and Watford all nearby.
Transport in Luton
There are three train stations in Luton: Luton, Leagrave, and Luton Airport Parkway. The biggest interchange is Luton Station, which you can use to reach London St Pancras and the towns of Bedford, Horsham, and Corby.
Road travel is facilitated by the M1, which cuts through Luton and connects the town to Milton Keynes, Northampton, London, and a range of other destinations across the country.
As for air travel, Luton is home to London Luton Airport, which operates international flights to over 30 different countries.
Shopping in Luton
Luton Point is the main shopping destination in Luton’s town centre. This indoor mall hosts over 120 shops, including Boots, Pandora, Primark, TK Maxx, and Clarks. The centre is also home to the Luton Indoor Market, which opens on weekdays and Saturdays, selling everything from haircuts to fruit and vegetables.
For a larger shopping experience, Luton is located 50 minutes’ drive away from Westfield London, one of the largest shopping centres in Europe, where you can browse clothes, accessories, gifts and luxury brands.
Things to do in Luton
Luton has access to a number of outdoor activities close to home. The most notable of these is Whipsnade Zoo, the largest zoo in the UK, which is located a 20-minute drive away from Luton town centre and Woburn Safari Park, half an hour away. You can also birdwatch nearby at the Dunstable Downs, or challenge yourself to a hike up Ivinghoe Beacon and Coombe Hill. As for heritage trips, the ruins of Someries Castle are located just outside Luton to the southeast, while English Heritage operates sites at the De Grey Mausoleum and Houghton House. You’re also close to many of London’s attractions, such as the Warner Bros Studio Tour in Watford and LEGOLAND Windsor Resort .
The best places to buy new build homes in Luton
Whether you’d like a quiet home near the Chilterns or a friendly neighbourhood with easy access to London, you’ll find everything you need in Luton. Here are just a few of the most popular nearby neighbourhoods and towns.
Toddington
Just over 15 minutes from Luton, Toddington is a village located just off the M1 motorway. Residents can reach London Luton Airport within 20 minutes and central London in an hour. It's also 7 minutes’ drive away from Harlington Station, which you can use to reach Bedford, Luton, London St Pancras, and London Blackfriars without changing trains, giving commuters a range of options.
As for the village itself, it’s located in a quiet stretch of countryside between Luton and Milton Keynes, with several nature reserves, fisheries, and golf clubs nearby. Some of our most peaceful new builds near Luton are located in Toddington and benefit from the quiet surroundings and range of commuter links.
Westoning
Located 25 minutes north of Luton, the village of Westoning is another peaceful spot to settle down in the countryside without sacrificing on commuter links. Sprawled between the town of Flitwick and the village of Harlington, each with their own train station, Westoning has several rail links and is just a short drive away from Junction 12 of the M1.
Our new homes for sale in Westoning are just 5 minutes’ drive away from Flitwick town centre, where you’ll find a range of amenities for everyone in the family, including several schools, two swimming pools, gyms, a high street full of cafes, and a Tesco superstore.
Hemel Hempstead
Hemel Hempstead is half an hour’s drive south from Luton, on the outskirts of Greater London. Trains from Hemel Hempstead run between London Euston and Milton Keynes, with stops at Watford Junction, Leighton Buzzard, and Bletchley along the way. You can also access Junction 8 of the M1 for quick travel into Luton and London, or drive the local A-roads to reach Aylesbury and Watford. Hemel Hempstead is also popular for its proximity to the Chilterns National Landscape, which you can access through Berkhamsted, Chesham, or Amersham.
Looking for your new home in Luton?
From excellent commuter links to its rural surroundings, Luton is the ideal place to live if you want access to both London and the Bedfordshire countryside. If you think that living in Luton could be the next step for you, book an appointment to view our new builds today.
