At a Glance
This detached flat is located in Luton, LU3 1DP. The property offers 37m² (398 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £548, comprising £448 for heating, £66 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this Luton property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £548 are approximately £1252 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 37m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £71/year more than the Luton average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 May 2024
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Full Address
27b Cromwell Road
LU3 1DP
Luton
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
37.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
67 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
381 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 May 2024
rental
Luton is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in Luton have an average EPC rating of C (score 70/100). The LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£448.0/yr
Save £220/yr
Hot Water
£66.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£34.0/yr
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (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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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.
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Average download speed: 500 Mbps
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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The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
violent crime
322 incidents (36%)
Anti-social behaviour
118 incidents (13%)
Theft
74 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
66 incidents (7%)
Vehicle crime
64 incidents (7%)
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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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.