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Energy Performance Certificate

31, Gilderdale

LU4 9NA

LUTON

Current

D

57

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LUTON, LU4 9NA. The property offers 38m² (409 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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 (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £599, comprising £326 for heating, £223 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2018 for £144,000. 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.

How Does 31, Gilderdale Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £599 are approximately £1201 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 38m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 LU4 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 LU4

This property57
Average59
-3% 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: £50/year less 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(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

31, Gilderdale

LU4 9NA

LUTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

38.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

351 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Jun 2013

rental (private)

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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 £323 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU4 postcode district contains over 14000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£144,000

30 August 2018

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£326.0/yr

Save £184/yr

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Hot Water

£223.0/yr

Save £128/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£50.0/yr

Save £23/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Pirton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU4 9EX

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Southfield Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU4 0PE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU4 0PF

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Leagrave Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU4 9ND

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Lealands High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU3 3AL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Chantry Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 0QP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Ferrars Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 0ES

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Ferrars Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU4 0LL

Last inspected: Dec 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

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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.

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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.

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