Energy Performance Certificate
78 Castle Road
MK40 3PS
BEDFORD
Current
C
71
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK40 3PS. The property offers 201m² (2164 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ 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 £1716, comprising £1396 for heating, £226 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 78 Castle Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1716 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 201m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK40 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEDFORD
vs MK40
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1055/year more than the BEDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Jun 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
78 Castle Road
MK40 3PS
BEDFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
201.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
152 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Jun 2025
not sale or rental
About BEDFORD
BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £735 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK40 postcode district contains over 16000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1396.0/yr
Hot Water
£226.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.36 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.35 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.7 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castle Newnham School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2013
Bedford Free School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Castle Newnham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Goldington Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Priory Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
Shackleton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Livingstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
200 incidents (32%)
Shoplifting
110 incidents (18%)
Anti-social behaviour
94 incidents (15%)
Public order
46 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
27 incidents (4%)
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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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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.