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56 Windsor Walk

LU1 5DR

BEDFORDSHIRE

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in BEDFORDSHIRE, LU1 5DR. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Modern double glazing with very good efficiency is installed, likely featuring low-emissivity (low-E) coating for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £350, comprising £214 for heating, £77 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 56 Windsor Walk Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this BEDFORDSHIRE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £350 are approximately £1450 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² 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 LU1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs BEDFORDSHIRE

This property81
Average79
+3% better
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vs LU1

This property81
Average61
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £10/year less than the BEDFORDSHIRE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Aug 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

56 Windsor Walk

Luton

LU1 5DR

BEDFORDSHIRE

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

2022

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Floor Area

58.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

120 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Aug 2022

new dwelling

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About BEDFORDSHIRE

BEDFORDSHIRE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in BEDFORDSHIRE have an average EPC rating of C (score 79/100). The LU1 postcode district contains over 18800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler & underfloor, mains gas

£214.0/yr

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Hot Water

£77.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.26 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

(other premises above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler & underfloor, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

Gas: mains gas

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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

Hillborough Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU1 5EZ

Last inspected: Jan 2010

Outstanding

Hillborough Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU1 5EZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Tennyson Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU1 3RS
?Not yet rated

Farley Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU1 5JF
?Not yet rated

Dallow Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU1 1LZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Surrey Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU1 3NJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

The Linden Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU1 3HJ

Last inspected: Dec 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

The Stockwood Park Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU1 5PP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 427 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:427 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:171 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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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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