Energy Performance Certificate
124 Rochford Drive
LU2 8SU
LUTON
Current
E
43
Potential
B
91
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,577
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£514
potential per year
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach B — saving up to £1,063/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU2 8SU. The property offers 45m² (484 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property has an EPC rating of E (43/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1577, comprising £1151 for heating, £375 for hot water, and £51 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2024 for £190,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 May 2025
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
124 Rochford Drive
LU2 8SU
LUTON
Property Type
House
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
45.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
443 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in LUTON
LUTON has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1151 /yr
Save £775/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£375 /yr
Save £288/yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£51 /yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£190,000
S
Oct 2024
£173,500
S
Jul 2024
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wigmore Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Cockernhoe Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Someries Infant School and Early Childhood Education Centre
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Someries Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Queen Elizabeth School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Putteridge High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Putteridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Ramridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
39 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
22 incidents (19%)
Anti-social behaviour
15 incidents (13%)
Theft
10 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
9 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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