Energy Performance Certificate
5 The Lane, Lidlington
MK43 0UP
BEDFORD
Current
C
73
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK43 0UP. The property offers 91m² (980 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1186, comprising £782 for heating, £277 for hot water, and £127 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £370,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 5 The Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1186 are approximately £614 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 91m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 MK43 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEDFORD
vs MK43
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £525/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
5 The Lane
Lidlington
MK43 0UP
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
91.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
165 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 May 2024
marketed sale
About BEDFORD
BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The MK43 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£370,000
24 September 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£323,000
13 September 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 14.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£782.0/yr
Save £44/yr
Hot Water
£277.0/yr
Save £138/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£127.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Thomas Johnson Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Marston Moreteyne VC School
PrimaryRidgmont Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
The Firs Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Shelton Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2016
Russell Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Redborne Upper School and Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Husborne Crawley Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
3 incidents (50%)
Theft
1 incidents (17%)
Public order
1 incidents (17%)
Other crime
1 incidents (17%)
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.
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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.