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160, Lower Shelton Road, Marston Moretaine

MK43 0LS

BEDFORD

Current

D

57

Potential

A

93

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK43 0LS. The property offers 122m² (1313 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £1818, comprising £1468 for heating, £276 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 9.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 160, Lower Shelton Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1818 are close to the UK average. The 122m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 9.0 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 MK43 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs BEDFORD

This property57
Average65
-12% below
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vs MK43

This property57
Average65
-12% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1157/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

A(93 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

160, Lower Shelton Road

Marston Moretaine

MK43 0LS

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

122.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 93

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CO₂ Emissions

9.0 tonnes/year

74 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

420 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Sept 2014

assessment for green deal

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About BEDFORD

BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £807 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK43 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEDFORD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1468.0/yr

Save £876/yr

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Hot Water

£276.0/yr

Save £193/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£74.0/yr

Save £7/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

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

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shelton Lower School

Primary
📍0 miles awayMK43 0LS

Last inspected: Nov 2016

Good

Marston Moreteyne VC School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayMK43 0NE
?Not yet rated

Wootton Upper School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayMK43 9HT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Wootton Lower School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayMK43 9JT

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Broadmead Lower School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayMK43 9NN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Cranfield Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK43 0DR

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Thomas Johnson Lower School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayMK43 0SB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Kempston Academy

Secondary
📍2.8 miles awayMK42 7EB

Last inspected: Sept 2018

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

Very Low Crime10 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

4 incidents (40%)

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Theft

2 incidents (20%)

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violent crime

2 incidents (20%)

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Criminal damage

1 incidents (10%)

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Public order

1 incidents (10%)

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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