Energy Performance Certificate
23a Highfields, Westoning
MK45 5EN
BEDFORD
Current
C
80
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 5EN. The property offers 208m² (2239 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £2195, comprising £1616 for heating, £345 for hot water, and £234 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2024 for £740,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 23a Highfields Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2195 are close to the UK average. At 208m², 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 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1534/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jul 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
23a Highfields
Westoning
MK45 5EN
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
208.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
113 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Jul 2023
marketed sale
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. Heating costs are £955 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£740,000
26 January 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£655,000
31 August 2021
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 13.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1616.0/yr
Hot Water
£345.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£234.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Westoning Lower School
PrimaryFlitwick Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Harlington Lower School
PrimaryHarlington Upper School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Templefield Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Kingsmoor Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Greenfield CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryPulloxhill Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
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: 462 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (25%)
Burglary
1 incidents (25%)
Theft
1 incidents (25%)
Other crime
1 incidents (25%)
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.
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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.