Energy Performance Certificate
217 Castle Hill Road, Totternhoe
LU6 2BY
DUNSTABLE
Current
C
79
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 2BY. The property offers 201m² (2164 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £1314, comprising £1022 for heating, £182 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2023 for £342,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 217 Castle Hill Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this DUNSTABLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1314 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 201m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.1 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 LU6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DUNSTABLE
vs LU6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £650/year more than the DUNSTABLE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
217 Castle Hill Road
Totternhoe
LU6 2BY
DUNSTABLE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
201.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
113 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Nov 2024
new dwelling
About DUNSTABLE
DUNSTABLE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in DUNSTABLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £358 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£342,000
28 February 2023
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£165,000
21 March 2022
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 107.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1022.0/yr
Hot Water
£182.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£110.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.35 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Eaton Bray Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Totternhoe Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Stanbridge Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Edlesborough Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Lancot School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Beecroft Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
All Saints Academy Dunstable
SecondaryLast 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: 165 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 from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.