Energy Performance Certificate
11, Silsoe Road, Wardhedges, Flitton
MK45 5EE
BEDFORD
Current
F
29
Potential
D
62
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,448
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,491
potential per year
This property costs approximately £648 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £957 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 5EE. The property offers 140m² (1507 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (29/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (62/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2448, comprising £1979 for heating, £329 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2015 for £500,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 31 Mar 2015
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
11, Silsoe Road
Wardhedges, Flitton
MK45 5EE
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
140.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
88 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
334 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BEDFORD
BEDFORD properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (MK45) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1979 /yr
Save £674/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£329 /yr
Save £225/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy
£140 /yr
Save £58/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to D could add significant value.
£500,000
D
Dec 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Greenfield CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryPulloxhill Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
Maulden Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Kingsmoor Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
St Mary's VA CofE Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Flitwick Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Redborne Upper School and Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
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: 165 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
10 incidents (77%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (15%)
Drugs
1 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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