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35, Manton Drive

LU2 7DJ

LUTON

Current

D

64

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU2 7DJ. The property offers 148m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1125, comprising £909 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 35, Manton Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1125 are approximately £675 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 148m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs LUTON

This property64
Average61
+5% better
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vs LU2

This property64
Average60
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £476/year more than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(64 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Jan 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

35, Manton Drive

LU2 7DJ

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

148.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

193 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Jan 2013

marketed sale

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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 £260 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU2 postcode district contains over 19300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LUTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£909.0/yr

Save £139/yr

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Hot Water

£115.0/yr

Save £21/yr

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Lighting

52.0% low energy

£101.0/yr

Save £33/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 52% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

River Bank Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU3 1ES

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

William Austin Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU3 1PZ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Bushmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 7EU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

William Austin Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU3 1UA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Stopsley High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 7UX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Denbigh High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 1HE
?Not yet rated

Icknield High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 2AH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Denbigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU3 1NS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime299 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

122 incidents (41%)

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Anti-social behaviour

61 incidents (20%)

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Criminal damage

20 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

18 incidents (6%)

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Theft

14 incidents (5%)

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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