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Energy Performance Certificate

2, The Lane, Chalton

LU4 9UE

LUTON

Current

C

76

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU4 9UE. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £439, comprising £274 for heating, £85 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 2, The Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £439 are approximately £1361 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LU4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs LUTON

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs LU4

This property76
Average59
+29% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £210/year less than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Sept 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

2, The Lane

Chalton

LU4 9UE

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

54.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

166 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Sept 2020

rental (private)

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £375 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU4 postcode district contains over 14000 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£274.0/yr

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Hot Water

£85.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

56.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 56% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chalton Lower School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLU4 9UJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Thornhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU5 5PE

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Houstone School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU5 5PX
?Not yet rated

Lime Tree Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayLU5 5QN
?Not yet rated

St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLU5 5RG

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Tithe Farm Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayLU5 5JB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Sundon Lower School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayLU3 3PQ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Lealands High School

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayLU3 3AL

Last inspected: May 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Low Crime51 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (37%)

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violent crime

11 incidents (22%)

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Criminal damage

8 incidents (16%)

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Vehicle crime

3 incidents (6%)

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Burglary

2 incidents (4%)

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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