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โš ๏ธ High Energy Cost Property

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52 Ravensden Road, Renhold

MK41 0JY

BEDFORD

Current

G

2

Potential

F

33

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

ยฃ2,778

estimated per year

UK Average

ยฃ1,800

per year

After Improvements

ยฃ1,825

potential per year

This property costs approximately ยฃ978 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to ยฃ953 annually.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Government Grants Available for This Property

๐Ÿ›๏ธ BUS Grant

ยฃ7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating โ€” saving up to ยฃ953 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Save ยฃ3,125/year

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Gโ†’A
+ยฃ39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
ยฃ21,000
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
ยฃ2,778/yr
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ยฃ31,250 over 10 years

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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save ยฃ722/yrPayback: ~5 years+5 EPC points
ยฃ3,500
Cost
2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback โ€” top up to 270mm.

Save ยฃ200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
ยฃ1,000
Cost
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save ยฃ250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
ยฃ2,000
Cost
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Solar Panels + Battery

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Save ยฃ1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
ยฃ11,000
Cost
5
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with ยฃ7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save ยฃ953/yrPayback: ~4 years+10 EPC points
๐Ÿ›๏ธ ยฃ7,500 BUS Grant Available
ยฃ3,500
ยฃ11,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK41 0JY. The property offers 60mยฒ (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (2/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a F rating (33/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for ยฃ7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ2778, comprising ยฃ2336 for heating, ยฃ376 for hot water, and ยฃ66 for lighting. The property produces 6.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for ยฃ240,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Potential
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(2 points)

Achievable Rating

F(33 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2025

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

๐Ÿงฑ Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

๐ŸชŸ Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

๐Ÿ“ฆ Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

Very Poor

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

100.0% low energy โ€” Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

52 Ravensden Road

Renhold

MK41 0JY

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

60.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

6.7 tonnes/year

111 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

508 kWh/mยฒ/year

G-Rated Properties in BEDFORD

BEDFORD properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (MK41) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs โ€” Current vs Potential

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

ยฃ2336 /yr

Save ยฃ722/yr with improvements

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

ยฃ376 /yr

Save ยฃ231/yr with improvements

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ66 /yr

๐Ÿ’ท Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3โ€“5% per band to property value. Moving from G to F could add significant value.

ยฃ240,000

D

Sept 2025

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mark Rutherford School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขMK41 8PX

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Ravensden CofE Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขMK44 2RW

Last inspected: Jul 2023

โœ“Good

Renhold VC Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขMK41 0LU

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โœ“Good

Putnoe Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.1 miles awayโ€ขMK41 0DH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Brickhill Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.4 miles awayโ€ขMK41 7AA

Last inspected: Apr 2018

โœ“Good

The Hills Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.4 miles awayโ€ขMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โœ“Good

Hazeldene School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.5 miles awayโ€ขMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2019

โœ“Good

St Thomas More Catholic School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“1.5 miles awayโ€ขMK41 7UL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โœ“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

โšกSuperfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

โœ“ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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