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5, Hilldene Close, Flitwick

MK45 1AQ

BEDFORD

Current

C

70

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BEDFORD, MK45 1AQ. The property offers 36.44m² (392 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £410, comprising £304 for heating, £73 for hot water, and £33 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 5, Hilldene Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £410 are approximately £1390 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 36.44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 MK45 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property70
Average65
+8% better
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vs MK45

This property70
Average64
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £251/year less than the BEDFORD 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(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Dec 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Hilldene Close

Flitwick

MK45 1AQ

BEDFORD

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Property Type

House

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

36.44

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

233 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Dec 2011

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £357 below the BEDFORD average, offering good value. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£304.0/yr

Save £31/yr

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Hot Water

£73.0/yr

Save £12/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£33.0/yr

Save £9/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average
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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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Templefield Lower School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayMK45 1AJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Flitwick Lower School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayMK45 1LU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Kingsmoor Lower School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayMK45 1EY

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Redborne Upper School and Community College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayMK45 2NU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

The Firs Lower School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayMK45 2QR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Greenfield CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayMK45 5ES
?Not yet rated

Russell Lower School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayMK45 2TD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Westoning Lower School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayMK45 5JH
?Not yet rated

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

Low Crime41 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

18 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

7 incidents (17%)

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Public order

5 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (12%)

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Theft

3 incidents (7%)

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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