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Energy Performance Certificate

3, The Ridings

LU3 1BY

LUTON

Current

D

56

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU3 1BY. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £966, comprising £759 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2019 for £188,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 3, The Ridings Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £966 are approximately £834 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².

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 property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs LUTON

This property56
Average61
-8% below
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vs LU3

This property56
Average58
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £317/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(56 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 May 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, The Ridings

LU3 1BY

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

52.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

5.4 tonnes/year

103 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

611 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 May 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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£188,000

6 June 2019

Type: Terraced

+£43,000(+29.7%)

vs previous sale

£145,000

31 March 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 29.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£759.0/yr

Save £436/yr

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Hot Water

£162.0/yr

Save £100/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£45.0/yr

Save £4/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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

Beech Hill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU4 8BW

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Denbigh High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 1HE
?Not yet rated

Denbigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU3 1NS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Outstanding

Maidenhall Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU4 8LD

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

River Bank Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU3 1ES

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Dallow Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU1 1LZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Foxdell Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU1 1TG

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

William Austin Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU3 1UA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime755 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

275 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

100 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

61 incidents (8%)

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Theft

57 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

52 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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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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