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10a Oaklands Road

MK40 3AG

BEDFORD

Current

D

62

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in BEDFORD, MK40 3AG. The property offers 122m² (1313 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1099, comprising £870 for heating, £87 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 10a Oaklands Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1099 are approximately £701 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 122m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK40 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property62
Average65
-5% below
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vs MK40

This property62
Average63
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £438/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jul 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

10a Oaklands Road

MK40 3AG

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

122.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

5.4 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

250 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jul 2022

marketed sale

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About BEDFORD

BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £209 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK40 postcode district contains over 16000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£870.0/yr

Save £345/yr

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Hot Water

£87.0/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£142.0/yr

Save £45/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Castle Newnham School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayMK41 9DT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Castle Newnham School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayMK40 3EP

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayMK41 9DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Goldington Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayMK41 9BX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Hazeldene School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

The Hills Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Livingstone Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayMK41 7LG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Priory Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK40 1JD

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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