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35, Overstone Road

LU4 8QY

LUTON

Current

D

55

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU4 8QY. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £1042, comprising £849 for heating, £135 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 35, Overstone Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1042 are approximately £758 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.4 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 property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs LUTON

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs LU4

This property55
Average59
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £393/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(55 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 May 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

35, Overstone Road

LU4 8QY

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

87.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

4.4 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

264 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 May 2014

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). The LU4 postcode district contains over 14000 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

£849.0/yr

Save £390/yr

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Hot Water

£135.0/yr

Save £40/yr

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Lighting

89.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, 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 89% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Challney High School for Boys

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayLU4 9TJ
?Not yet rated

Downside Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU4 8EZ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Challney High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU4 9FJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Outstanding

Beechwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 9RD

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

The Ferrars Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 0LL

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Ferrars Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 0ES

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Leagrave Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 9ND

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Foxdell Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU1 1TG

Last inspected: Feb 2018

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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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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