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£1,478
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£1,800
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After Improvements
£502
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This terraced maisonette is located in LUTON, LU3 1SS. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1478, comprising £738 for heating, £659 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 7.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2025 for £35,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Current Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 22 Feb 2017
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
(another dwelling above)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
25.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
Full Address
7, Varna Close
LU3 1SS
LUTON
Property Type
Maisonette
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
58.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.1 tonnes/year
123 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
725 kWh/m²/year
LUTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LU3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£738 /yr
Save £422/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£659 /yr
Save £520/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
25.0% low energy
£81 /yr
Save £34/yr with improvements
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£35,000
O
May 2025
£177,000
F
Nov 2017
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The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
violent crime
142 incidents (43%)
Anti-social behaviour
46 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
30 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
24 incidents (7%)
Theft
20 incidents (6%)
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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Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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