Energy Performance Certificate
16 Nightingale Road, Great Barford
MK44 3FH
Bedford
Current
B
85
Potential
A
96
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Bedford, MK44 3FH. The property offers 85m² (915 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £355, comprising £198 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £76 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 16 Nightingale Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this Bedford property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £355 are approximately £1445 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK44 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Bedford
vs MK44
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £311/year less than the Bedford average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Jan 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
16 Nightingale Road
Great Barford
MK44 3FH
Bedford
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Floor Area
85.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 96
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
14 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
80 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Jan 2021
new dwelling
About Bedford
Bedford is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in Bedford have an average EPC rating of C (score 74/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £468 below the Bedford average, offering good value. The MK44 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£198.0/yr
Hot Water
£81.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£76.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
John Donne Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Roxton Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Moggerhanger Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Wilden CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Maple Tree Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Renhold VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Sandy Secondary School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (20%)
Burglary
1 incidents (20%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (20%)
Theft
1 incidents (20%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (20%)
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.