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84, Bowmans Way

LU6 3LE

DUNSTABLE

Current

D

57

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 3LE. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £902, comprising £417 for heating, £416 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2023 for £302,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 84, Bowmans Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this DUNSTABLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £902 are approximately £898 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².

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 property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs DUNSTABLE

This property57
Average63
-10% below
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vs LU6

This property57
Average61
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £238/year more than the DUNSTABLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Jul 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

84, Bowmans Way

LU6 3LE

DUNSTABLE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

59.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

88 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

522 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Jul 2016

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 £247 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

£302,000

20 January 2023

Type: Terraced

+£54,000(+21.8%)

vs previous sale

£248,000

24 July 2020

Type: Terraced

+£13,000(+5.5%)

vs previous sale

£235,000

16 December 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 28.5% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£417.0/yr

Save £106/yr

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Hot Water

£416.0/yr

Save £348/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£69.0/yr

Save £28/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ardley Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU6 3NZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Watling Lower School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLU6 3BJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Priory Academy

All-through
📍0.4 miles awayLU5 4JA

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St. Augustine's Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLU5 4AS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Lark Rise Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU6 3PT

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

Dunstable Icknield Lower School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLU6 3AG

Last inspected: May 2011

Outstanding

Queensbury Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLU6 3BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Manshead Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLU1 4BB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

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: 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

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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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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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