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128, Stockingstone Road

LU2 7NH

LUTON

Current

D

56

Potential

D

59

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU2 7NH. The property offers 109.1m² (1174 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £1323, comprising £1071 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £125 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 128, Stockingstone Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1323 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 109.1m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 6.8 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs LUTON

This property56
Average61
-8% below
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vs LU2

This property56
Average60
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £674/year more than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

D(59 points)

Based on assessment dated 15 Apr 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

128, Stockingstone Road

LU2 7NH

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

109.1

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 59

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CO₂ Emissions

6.8 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

308 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Apr 2011

marketed sale

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About LUTON

LUTON is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in LUTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £422 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU2 postcode district contains over 19300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LUTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1071.0/yr

Save £19/yr

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Hot Water

£127.0/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£125.0/yr

Save £52/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Flat, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Matthew's Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 0NJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Sacred Heart Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Stopsley High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 7UX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

River Bank Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 1ES

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Ramridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 9AH

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Stopsley Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 7UG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Denbigh High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 1HE
?Not yet rated

Bushmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU2 7EU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime545 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

174 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

84 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

68 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

41 incidents (8%)

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Public order

35 incidents (6%)

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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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