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Energy Performance Certificate

82, Watling Gardens

LU6 3FD

DUNSTABLE

Current

D

67

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 3FD. The property offers 61.8m² (665 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £425, comprising £265 for heating, £113 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2021 for £171,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 82, Watling Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this DUNSTABLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £425 are approximately £1375 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.3 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs DUNSTABLE

This property67
Average63
+6% better
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vs LU6

This property67
Average61
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £239/year less than the DUNSTABLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

82, Watling Gardens

LU6 3FD

DUNSTABLE

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

61.8

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

245 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Oct 2009

marketed sale

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About DUNSTABLE

DUNSTABLE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in DUNSTABLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £399 below the DUNSTABLE average, offering good value. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£171,000

29 September 2021

Type: Flat

£1,000(-0.6%)

vs previous sale

£172,000

29 June 2018

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£265.0/yr

Save £72/yr

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Hot Water

£113.0/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Save £12/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ardley Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU6 3NZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St. Augustine's Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU5 4AS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Watling Lower School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU6 3BJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Manshead Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLU1 4BB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU1 4BB

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Priory Academy

All-through
📍0.7 miles awayLU5 4JA

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Lark Rise Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU6 3PT

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

Queensbury Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU6 3BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

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: 419 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:419 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:168 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

Above Average123 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

47 incidents (38%)

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Anti-social behaviour

17 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

16 incidents (13%)

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Burglary

13 incidents (11%)

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Theft

7 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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