Energy Performance Certificate
8 Oakway, Studham
LU6 2PE
DUNSTABLE
Current
B
91
Potential
A
97
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 2PE. The property offers 328m² (3531 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (97/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2820, comprising £2395 for heating, £211 for hot water, and £214 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2020 for £965,000.
How Does 8 Oakway Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this DUNSTABLE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2820 annually are £1020 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 328m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.4 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 LU6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DUNSTABLE
vs LU6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2156/year more than the DUNSTABLE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Jan 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Oakway
Studham
LU6 2PE
DUNSTABLE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
328.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
91 / 100
Potential: 97
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
70 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Jan 2025
marketed sale
About DUNSTABLE
DUNSTABLE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in DUNSTABLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1731 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£965,000
2 September 2020
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2395.0/yr
Save £661/yr
Hot Water
£211.0/yr
Lighting
91.0% low energy
£214.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Roof room(s), limited insulation (assumed)
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 91% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Studham Village CofE Academy
PrimaryKensworth Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Dagnall VA Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Lark Rise Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
Ardley Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Manshead Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Markyate Village School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
4 incidents (36%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (27%)
Other crime
2 incidents (18%)
Theft
1 incidents (9%)
Weapons
1 incidents (9%)
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.