Energy Performance Certificate
78 Dunsmore Road
LU1 5JY
LUTON
Current
C
70
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU1 5JY. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), 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 good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1339, comprising £1002 for heating, £231 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for £300,000.
How Does 78 Dunsmore Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1339 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.5 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 LU1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LUTON
vs LU1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £690/year more than the LUTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
78 Dunsmore Road
LU1 5JY
LUTON
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
64.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
39 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
221 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jun 2023
rental
About LUTON
LUTON is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in LUTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £353 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU1 postcode district contains over 18800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£300,000
RECENT22 September 2025
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1002.0/yr
Save £93/yr
Hot Water
£231.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£106.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Farley Junior Academy
PrimaryWhipperley Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Dallow Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Hillborough Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2010
Hillborough Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
The Stockwood Park Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Beech Hill Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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
277 incidents (35%)
Anti-social behaviour
103 incidents (13%)
Theft
67 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
63 incidents (8%)
Public order
62 incidents (8%)
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.