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53, Brussels Way

LU3 3TH

LUTON

Current

D

63

Potential

D

63

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in LUTON, LU3 3TH. The property offers 59.28m² (638 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £689, comprising £571 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £32 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2021 for £150,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 53, Brussels Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this LUTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £689 are approximately £1111 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59.28m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 LU3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs LUTON

This property63
Average61
+3% better
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vs LU3

This property63
Average58
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £40/year more than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(63 points)

Potential Rating

D(63 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Sept 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

53, Brussels Way

LU3 3TH

LUTON

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

59.28

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 63

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CO₂ Emissions

3.4 tonnes/year

58 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

344 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Sept 2010

non 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 LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£150,000

30 September 2021

Type: Terraced

+£6,000(+4.2%)

vs previous sale

£144,000

3 November 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 4.2% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£571.0/yr

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Hot Water

£86.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£32.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, uninsulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very 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

Whitefield Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU3 3SS

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Parklea Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU3 3EW

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Lealands High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayLU3 3AL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Lea Manor High School Performing Arts College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU3 3TL
?Not yet rated

Waulud Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 3LZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Meads Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLU3 2UE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Pirton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLU4 9EX

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Bramingham Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLU3 4BL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

Above Average129 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

65 incidents (50%)

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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

16 incidents (12%)

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Public order

7 incidents (5%)

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Robbery

5 incidents (4%)

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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