Energy Performance Certificate
80, Tring Road
LU6 2PT
DUNSTABLE
Current
F
23
Potential
C
79
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,271
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£788
potential per year
This property costs approximately £471 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,483 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 2PT. The property offers 126m² (1356 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (23/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £2271, comprising £1824 for heating, £333 for hot water, and £114 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Apr 2012
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
9.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 9% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
80, Tring Road
LU6 2PT
DUNSTABLE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
126.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
98 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
504 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in DUNSTABLE
DUNSTABLE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LU6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1824 /yr
Save £1173/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£333 /yr
Save £256/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
9.0% low energy
£114 /yr
Save £54/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lancot School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Beecroft Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Ashton St Peter's VA C of E School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Queensbury Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Dunstable Icknield Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Lark Rise Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
Totternhoe Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Watling Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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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