Energy Performance Certificate
13, Ampthill Road, Flitwick
MK45 1AZ
BEDFORD
Current
F
37
Potential
E
46
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,729
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,447
potential per year
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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 1AZ. The property offers 140.7m² (1514 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (46/100). 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. 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 £1729, comprising £1454 for heating, £147 for hot water, and £128 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2009
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
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
13, Ampthill Road
Flitwick
MK45 1AZ
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
140.7 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
76 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
455 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.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1454 /yr
Save £210/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£147 /yr
Save £19/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy
£128 /yr
Save £53/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Templefield Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Redborne Upper School and Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Kingsmoor Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Flitwick Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
The Firs Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Russell Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Greenfield CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryWestoning Lower School
PrimaryAbout 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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