What do LutonIQ evidence labels mean?

The five evidence tiers

Every key fact in a LutonIQ answer carries one of five labels:

• Official verified: supported by an official rule, release or dataset, such as a council page or Census 2021.
• Market observed: a documented pattern seen in the local market, not an official statistic.
• Modelled estimate: a calculation based on stated assumptions. Useful for planning, not a guarantee.
• Local hypothesis: an untested idea with a suggested way to test it cheaply.
• Unverified dynamic: a detail that changes often, with a place to check the current position.

What does the date next to a fact mean?

Facts name the period they actually cover, such as Census 2021 or April 2026. An older official figure is still shown with its real date rather than being presented as current. Treat anything labelled as changing often as a prompt to verify before you commit money or sign anything.

How much weight should I give an answer?

LutonIQ is a starting point for your own checks, not professional, legal, tax or financial advice. For decisions with legal or financial consequences, confirm the position with the named official source or a qualified adviser. If an answer seems wrong or out of date, send us a message with the question you asked.