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178A MARSH ROAD

LU3 2QL

LUTON

Current

D

61

Potential

D

61

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LUTON, LU3 2QL. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £578, comprising £471 for heating, £70 for hot water, and £37 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 178A MARSH ROAD Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £578 are approximately £1222 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 LU3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs LUTON

This property61
Average61
At average
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vs LU3

This property61
Average58
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £71/year less than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

D(61 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Feb 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

178A MARSH ROAD

LU3 2QL

LUTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

40.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 61

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

376 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Feb 2022

rental

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About LUTON

LUTON is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in LUTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£471.0/yr

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Hot Water

£70.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£37.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Beechwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU4 9RD

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Norton Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 2NX

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU3 2NS

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

The Meads Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 2UE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Waulud Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 3LZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Challney High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLU4 9FJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Outstanding

Icknield Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU3 2JB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Leagrave Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 9ND

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

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: 402 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:402 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:161 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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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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