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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

71, Totternhoe Road

LU6 2AQ

DUNSTABLE

Current

F

37

Potential

C

80

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,124

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£911

potential per year

This property costs approximately £324 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,213 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,213 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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Investment
£17,500
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£2,124/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

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

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1213/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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£3,500
£11,000
Cost
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 2AQ. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £2124, comprising £1711 for heating, £267 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2017 for £340,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Dec 2014

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.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 25 mm loft insulation

Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

8.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 8% of fixed outlets

Very Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

71, Totternhoe Road

LU6 2AQ

DUNSTABLE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

📐

Floor Area

123.0

6.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

10.0 tonnes/year

82 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

466 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in DUNSTABLE

DUNSTABLE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LU6) 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 — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1711 /yr

Save £955/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£267 /yr

Save £188/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

8.0% low energy

£146 /yr

Save £70/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£340,000

S

Nov 2017

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lancot School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU6 2AP

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Beecroft Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU6 1DW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU6 1EW

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Totternhoe Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU6 1RE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Queensbury Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU6 3BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Dunstable Icknield Lower School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLU6 3AG

Last inspected: May 2011

Outstanding

Lark Rise Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayLU6 3PT

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

Watling Lower School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLU6 3BJ

Last inspected: Feb 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

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

Moderate73 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

29 incidents (40%)

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Anti-social behaviour

14 incidents (19%)

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Criminal damage

6 incidents (8%)

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Public order

6 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

5 incidents (7%)

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.

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

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