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Energy Performance Certificate

34 Purbeck Close

MK41 9LX

BEDFORD

Current

A

96

Potential

A

97

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK41 9LX. The property offers 115m² (1238 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (96/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £586, comprising £346 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 0.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 34 Purbeck Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 96/100, this BEDFORD property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £586 are approximately £1214 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 115m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK41 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property96
Average60
+60% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property96
Average65
+48% better
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vs MK41

This property96
Average61
+57% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 96/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £75/year less than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(96 points)

Potential Rating

A(97 points)

Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

34 Purbeck Close

MK41 9LX

BEDFORD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

115.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

96 / 100

Potential: 97

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CO₂ Emissions

0.1 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

8 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Sept 2025

new dwelling

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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 £315 below the BEDFORD average, offering good value. The MK41 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£346.0/yr

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Hot Water

£156.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£84.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Goldington Green Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayMK41 0DP

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Goldington Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayMK41 9BX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

The Hills Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK41 9DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Hazeldene School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Putnoe Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayMK41 0DH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Castle Newnham School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayMK41 9DT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Castle Newnham School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK40 3EP

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

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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