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Energy Performance Certificate

72, Purley Centre

LU3 3ST

LUTON

Current

C

73

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LUTON, LU3 3ST. The property offers 47.35m² (510 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £464, comprising £251 for heating, £165 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 72, Purley Centre Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £464 are approximately £1336 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47.35m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs LUTON

This property73
Average61
+20% better
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vs LU3

This property73
Average58
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £185/year less than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Apr 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

72, Purley Centre

LU3 3ST

LUTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

47.35

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

287 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Apr 2009

rental (social)

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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 £398 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU3 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£251.0/yr

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Hot Water

£165.0/yr

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Lighting

16.0% low energy

£48.0/yr

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Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

oil - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 16% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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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