Energy Performance Certificate
8, Ridgeway, Woburn Sands
MK17 8UT
MILTON KEYNES
Current
C
69
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in MILTON KEYNES, MK17 8UT. The property offers 384.2m² (4136 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1931, comprising £1477 for heating, £238 for hot water, and £216 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does 8, Ridgeway Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this MILTON KEYNES property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1931 are close to the UK average. At 384.2m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs MILTON KEYNES
vs MK17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1362/year more than the MILTON KEYNES average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Sept 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
8, Ridgeway
Woburn Sands
MK17 8UT
MILTON KEYNES
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
384.2 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
173 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Sept 2009
marketed sale
About MILTON KEYNES
MILTON KEYNES is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in MILTON KEYNES have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). Heating costs are £908 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK17 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1477/yr
Save £224/yr
Hot Water
£238/yr
Save £32/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£216/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Swallowfield Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Fulbrook
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Glebe Farm School
All-throughWavendon Gate School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Aspley Guise Village School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2007
Walton High
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Bow Brickhill CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
15 incidents (36%)
Anti-social behaviour
5 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
5 incidents (12%)
Shoplifting
5 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
5 incidents (12%)
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.