Energy Performance Certificate
15, Foston Close
LU3 2TT
LUTON
Current
E
47
Potential
E
51
📅 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
E
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,153
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,075
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU3 2TT. The property offers 88.8m² (956 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (47/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £1153, comprising £838 for heating, £233 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £286,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 2012
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
15, Foston Close
LU3 2TT
LUTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
88.8 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
213 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
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£838 /yr
Save £26/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£233 /yr
Save £14/yr
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy
£82 /yr
Save £38/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£286,000
S
Apr 2021
£255,000
S
Mar 2018
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Meads Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Waulud Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Norton Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Beechwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Lea Manor High School Performing Arts College
SecondaryIcknield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Parklea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
121 incidents (42%)
Anti-social behaviour
47 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
29 incidents (10%)
Public order
20 incidents (7%)
Vehicle crime
20 incidents (7%)
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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