Energy Performance Certificate
21, Water Lane, Flitwick
MK45 1LG
BEDFORD
Current
C
76
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK45 1LG. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 B rating (83/100). 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 £849, comprising £658 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2023 for £575,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 21, Water Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £849 are approximately £951 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 145m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.8 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 MK45 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEDFORD
vs MK45
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: £188/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
21, Water Lane
Flitwick
MK45 1LG
BEDFORD
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
145.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
144 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Nov 2017
rental (private)
About BEDFORD
BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£575,000
9 June 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£470,000
6 April 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 22.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£658.0/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Lighting
89.0% low energy
£89.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kingsmoor Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Flitwick Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Templefield Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Greenfield CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryWestoning Lower School
PrimaryRedborne Upper School and Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Pulloxhill Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
Russell Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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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.