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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

2, Atholl Close

LU3 3LD

LUTON

Current

G

9

Potential

B

90

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,452

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£476

potential per year

This property costs approximately £652 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,976 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,976 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£28,000
Payback
~6 yrs
Current Costs
£2,452/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £1303/yrPayback: ~3 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
Cost
2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1976/yrPayback: ~2 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
4
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
5
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Solar Panels + Battery

Your house is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.

Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost
6
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU3 3LD. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (9/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2452, comprising £1660 for heating, £744 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 8.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2021 for £307,500, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(9 points)

Achievable Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Apr 2015

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

2, Atholl Close

LU3 3LD

LUTON

🏠

Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

74.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

8.6 tonnes/year

116 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

687 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in LUTON

LUTON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LU3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1660 /yr

Save £1303/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£744 /yr

Save £673/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£48 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.

£307,500

S

Aug 2021

£180,000

S

Jan 2018

£199,995

S

Sept 2015

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Parklea Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU3 3EW

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Lealands High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 3AL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Whitefield Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 3SS

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Lea Manor High School Performing Arts College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 3TL
?Not yet rated

Waulud Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 3LZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Pirton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU4 9EX

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

The Meads Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLU3 2UE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Bramingham Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLU3 4BL

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
⬇️

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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