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Energy Performance Certificate

79, Brookfield Road

MK41 9LL

BEDFORD

Current

C

71

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK41 9LL. The property offers 78.59m² (846 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £572, comprising £431 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £41 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 79, Brookfield Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £572 are approximately £1228 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.7 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 MK41 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property71
Average65
+9% better
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vs MK41

This property71
Average61
+16% better

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: £89/year less than the BEDFORD 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(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Sept 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

79, Brookfield Road

MK41 9LL

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

78.59

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

176 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Sept 2011

marketed sale

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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 £230 below the BEDFORD average, offering good value. The MK41 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEDFORD 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

£431.0/yr

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Hot Water

£100.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£41.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Goldington Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayMK41 9BX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayMK41 9DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

The Hills Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Hazeldene School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayMK41 9AT

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Castle Newnham School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayMK41 9DT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Goldington Green Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayMK41 0DP

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Putnoe Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayMK41 0DH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Castle Newnham School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayMK40 3EP

Last inspected: Oct 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime215 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

62 incidents (29%)

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Shoplifting

43 incidents (20%)

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Anti-social behaviour

36 incidents (17%)

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Public order

15 incidents (7%)

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Theft

13 incidents (6%)

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.

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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