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Luton (LU) Area Postcodes

The LU postcode area, also known as the Luton postcode area, covers a significant part of Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire in England. It includes the town of Luton and its surrounding areas.

Luton's history dates back to prehistoric times. The town's name is derived from its early medieval foundation as "Lea-tun" or "Lewton", which means "farmstead on the River Lea". One of the town's most notable features is London Luton Airport, which is one of the major airports serving London and the surrounding areas. It's one of the UK's busiest airports and offers flights to a variety of domestic and international destinations.

Dunstable is a market town and civil parish in Bedfordshire and its history dates back to Roman times. It became significant during the Roman period with the construction of Watling Street, which passed through the town. Dunstable Priory s perhaps one of the town's most notable historical landmarks. It was founded in 1132 and is known for the annulment of Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon, which was announced here.

Leighton Buzzard is situated near the Chiltern Hills and is approximately midway between Luton and Milton Keynes and has a history that goes back to the Saxon era. It's mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) as "Lestone", and its market charter dates back to 1086.