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18 The Paddocks, Flitwick

MK45 1XF

BEDFORD

Current

D

57

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 1XF. The property offers 51m² (549 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era 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 B rating (89/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1672, comprising £1274 for heating, £289 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate 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 18 The Paddocks Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1672 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK45 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 MK45

This property57
Average64
-11% 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: £1011/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 The Paddocks

Flitwick

MK45 1XF

BEDFORD

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Property Type

House

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

51.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

93 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

548 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Sept 2023

rental

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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 £613 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1274.0/yr

Save £587/yr

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Hot Water

£289.0/yr

Save £128/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£109.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, 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

Redborne Upper School and Community College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayMK45 2NU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Templefield Lower School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK45 1AJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

The Firs Lower School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK45 2QR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Kingsmoor Lower School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK45 1EY

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Flitwick Lower School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK45 1LU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Russell Lower School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayMK45 2TD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Greenfield CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayMK45 5ES
?Not yet rated

Maulden Lower School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayMK45 2AU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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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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.

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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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