Energy Performance Certificate
86 Tenby Drive
LU4 9BN
LUTON
Current
C
75
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LUTON, LU4 9BN. The property offers 98m² (1055 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £618, comprising £444 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £315,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 86 Tenby Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £618 are approximately £1182 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 98m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 LU4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LUTON
vs LU4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £31/year less than the LUTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
86 Tenby Drive
LU4 9BN
LUTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
98.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
2.8 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
159 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Dec 2023
rental
About LUTON
LUTON is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in LUTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £205 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU4 postcode district contains over 14000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£315,000
18 July 2022
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£230,000
17 July 2020
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 37.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£444.0/yr
Save £70/yr
Hot Water
£97.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£77.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Beechwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Norton Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Downside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Challney High School for Boys
SecondaryChallney High School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Maidenhall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Denbigh Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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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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.