Energy Performance Certificate
1 Gala Close
MK41 7GE
BEDFORD
Current
C
80
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK41 7GE. The property offers 202m² (2174 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1584, comprising £1172 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £195 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 1 Gala Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1584 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 202m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK41 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEDFORD
vs MK41
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £923/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Mar 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Gala Close
MK41 7GE
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
202.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
110 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Mar 2024
marketed sale
About BEDFORD
BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £511 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK41 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1172.0/yr
Hot Water
£217.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£195.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Thomas More Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Scott Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Brickhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Ursula Taylor Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Mark Rutherford School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hazeldene School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
The Hills Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Edith Cavell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.