At a Glance
This semi-detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 1DY. The property offers 80m² (861 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 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 B rating (87/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £925, comprising £711 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2024 for £370,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £925 are approximately £875 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK45 postcode district.
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: £264/year more than the BEDFORD average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Jun 2016
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Full Address
13, The Thinnings
Flitwick
MK45 1DY
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
80.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
49 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
278 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Jun 2016
marketed sale
BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
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£370,000
26 July 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£310,000
16 September 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 19.4% over this period.
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£711.0/yr
Save £297/yr
Hot Water
£107.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£107.0/yr
Save £54/yr
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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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.
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
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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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.