Energy Performance Certificate
32, Longmeadow Drive, Wilstead
MK45 3FB
BEDFORD
Current
C
77
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 3FB. The property offers 312m² (3358 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1600, comprising £1319 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £143 for lighting. The property produces 7.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2016 for £650,000.
How Does 32, Longmeadow Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1600 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 312m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.3 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £939/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Feb 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
32, Longmeadow Drive
Wilstead
MK45 3FB
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
312.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
7.3 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
132 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Feb 2016
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 £658 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£650,000
7 October 2016
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1319.0/yr
Hot Water
£138.0/yr
Lighting
81.0% low energy
£143.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 81% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wilstead Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Wixams Tree Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Wixams Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Lakeview School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Houghton Conquest Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Cotton End Forest School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Haynes Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Broadmead Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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: 489 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 2026violent crime
10 incidents (42%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (38%)
Public order
3 incidents (13%)
Theft
1 incidents (4%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (4%)
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.