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72 Upwell Road

LU2 9EA

LUTON

Current

C

76

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU2 9EA. The property offers 96m² (1033 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £943, comprising £669 for heating, £207 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 72 Upwell Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £943 are approximately £857 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 LU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs LUTON

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs LU2

This property76
Average60
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £294/year more 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

72 Upwell Road

LU2 9EA

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

96.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Aug 2025

rental

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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. The LU2 postcode district contains over 19300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LUTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£669.0/yr

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Hot Water

£207.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£67.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ramridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLU2 9AH

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU2 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Queen Elizabeth School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 9AG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Someries Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 8AH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Someries Infant School and Early Childhood Education Centre

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 8AH

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Outstanding

Stopsley Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 7UG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wenlock CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 0RW
?Not yet rated

Crawley Green Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 0RW

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

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
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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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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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