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Energy Performance Certificate

4, The Paddocks

LU6 3FQ

DUNSTABLE

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 3FQ. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £388, comprising £265 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2019 for £27,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 4, The Paddocks Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this DUNSTABLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £388 are approximately £1412 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 LU6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs DUNSTABLE

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs LU6

This property78
Average61
+28% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £276/year less than the DUNSTABLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Jun 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, The Paddocks

LU6 3FQ

DUNSTABLE

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

47.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Jun 2015

new dwelling

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About DUNSTABLE

DUNSTABLE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in DUNSTABLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £399 below the DUNSTABLE average, offering good value. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£27,500

28 October 2019

Type: O

£132,500(-82.8%)

vs previous sale

£160,000

26 June 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£265.0/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£34.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m+é-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

(other premises above)

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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m+é-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Priory Academy

All-through
📍0.2 miles awayLU5 4JA

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Watling Lower School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU6 3BJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Dunstable Icknield Lower School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU6 3AG

Last inspected: May 2011

Outstanding

Ardley Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU6 3NZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU6 1EW

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Queensbury Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU6 3BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Lark Rise Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU6 3PT

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

St. Augustine's Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU5 4AS

Last inspected: Jun 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime203 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

73 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

31 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

24 incidents (12%)

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Burglary

16 incidents (8%)

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Public order

13 incidents (6%)

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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