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20, Freemans Gardens

MK46 4AU

OLNEY

Current

D

65

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in OLNEY, MK46 4AU. The property offers 49.1m² (529 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 £472, comprising £298 for heating, £121 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2018 for £235,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 20, Freemans Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this OLNEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £472 are approximately £1328 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49.1m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 MK46 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs OLNEY

This property65
Average62
+5% better
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vs MK46

This property65
Average62
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £341/year less than the OLNEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Freemans Gardens

MK46 4AU

OLNEY

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

49.1

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

410 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Mar 2010

marketed sale

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About OLNEY

OLNEY is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in OLNEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £515 below the OLNEY average, offering good value. The MK46 postcode district contains over 3400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£235,000

8 November 2018

Type: Flat

+£25,000(+11.9%)

vs previous sale

£210,000

15 April 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 11.9% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£298.0/yr

Save £33/yr

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Hot Water

£121/yr

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Lighting

16.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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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

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 16% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Olney Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayMK46 5AD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Outstanding

Olney Middle School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayMK46 5DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Newton Blossomville Church of England School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayMK43 8AL

Last inspected: Oct 2009

Outstanding

Sherington Church of England School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayMK16 9NF

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Turvey Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayMK43 8DY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Stoke Goldington Church of England School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayMK16 8NP

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Yardley Hastings Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayNN7 1EL

Last inspected: Sept 2011

Outstanding

North Crawley CofE School

Primary
📍4.6 miles awayMK16 9LL

Last inspected: Sept 2018

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: 419 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:419 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:168 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

Very Low Crime15 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (33%)

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violent crime

3 incidents (20%)

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Theft

2 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

2 incidents (13%)

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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (7%)

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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