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16E ASHBURNHAM ROAD, Bedford

MK40 1DS

Current

C

77

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in the MK40 1DS postcode area. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £856, comprising £381 for heating, £354 for hot water, and £121 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2017 for £150,000.

How Does 16E ASHBURNHAM ROAD Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this MK40 property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £856 are approximately £944 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 MK40 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs MK40

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs MK40

This property77
Average63
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £6/year more than the MK40 average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Aug 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

16E ASHBURNHAM ROAD

Bedford

MK40 1DS

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

52.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

281 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Aug 2022

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £469 below the average, offering good value. The MK40 postcode district contains over 16000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£150,000

13 April 2017

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric underfloor heating

£381.0/yr

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Hot Water

£354.0/yr

Save £63/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£121.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric underfloor heating

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

Priory Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayMK40 1JD

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Queen's Park Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayMK40 4HA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Livingstone Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayMK41 7LG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bedford Free School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayMK42 9AD

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Outstanding

St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK40 4HN

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Westfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK40 4HW

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Cauldwell School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayMK42 9DR

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Great Ouse Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayMK40 4TJ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

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

Higher Crime646 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

223 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

103 incidents (16%)

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Shoplifting

98 incidents (15%)

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Public order

44 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

33 incidents (5%)

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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