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63, Orchid Close

LU3 3EX

LUTON

Current

C

80

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LUTON, LU3 3EX. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £347, comprising £169 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2022 for £171,000.

How Does 63, Orchid Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £347 are approximately £1453 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 LU3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs LUTON

This property80
Average61
+31% better
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vs LU3

This property80
Average58
+38% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £302/year less than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Jan 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

63, Orchid Close

LU3 3EX

LUTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

54.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

118 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Jan 2020

unknown

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £480 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£171,000

18 February 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£169.0/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

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Lighting

17.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Save £40/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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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 17% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Pirton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU4 9EX

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Lealands High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayLU3 3AL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Parklea Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU3 3EW

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Waulud Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU3 3LZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Whitefield Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU3 3SS

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Leagrave Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU4 9ND

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Lea Manor High School Performing Arts College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLU3 3TL
?Not yet rated

Beechwood Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLU4 9RD

Last inspected: Sept 2019

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ 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

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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