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26, Broughton Avenue

LU3 2AR

LUTON

Current

D

57

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU3 2AR. The property offers 68m² (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average 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. 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 £883, comprising £611 for heating, £168 for hot water, and £104 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £281,500.

How Does 26, Broughton Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £883 are approximately £917 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 LU3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs LUTON

This property57
Average61
-7% below
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vs LU3

This property57
Average58
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £234/year more than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Mar 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

26, Broughton Avenue

LU3 2AR

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

68.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

337 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Mar 2019

none of the above

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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). The LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 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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Property Sale History

£281,500

5 July 2019

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£611.0/yr

Save £193/yr

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Hot Water

£168.0/yr

Save £102/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£104.0/yr

Save £52/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Icknield High School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayLU3 2AH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

William Austin Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU3 1PZ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

William Austin Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 1UA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Icknield Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 2JB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bushmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 7EU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Warden Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 2DN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Warden Hill Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 2DN

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 2NS

Last inspected: Apr 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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