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Energy Performance Certificate

234 High Town Road

LU2 0DN

LUTON

Current

C

70

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU2 0DN. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1345, comprising £977 for heating, £270 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 7.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 234 High Town Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1345 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 7.2 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs LUTON

This property70
Average61
+15% better
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vs LU2

This property70
Average60
+17% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £696/year more than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Jul 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

234 High Town Road

LU2 0DN

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

121.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

7.2 tonnes/year

60 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

353 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Jul 2022

rental

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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). Heating costs are £328 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU2 postcode district contains over 19300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LUTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£977.0/yr

Save £135/yr

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Hot Water

£270.0/yr

Save £107/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Matthew's Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU2 0NJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Wenlock CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 0RW
?Not yet rated

Crawley Green Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 0RW

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Ramridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 9AH

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Denbigh High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLU3 1HE
?Not yet rated

River Bank Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU3 1ES

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Stopsley Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU2 7UG

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
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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. 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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