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Energy Performance Certificate

87, Telscombe Way

LU2 8QP

LUTON

Current

C

71

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LUTON, LU2 8QP. The property offers 71.72m² (772 sq ft) of modest-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 (71/100), 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 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 £596, comprising £376 for heating, £147 for hot water, and £73 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 87, Telscombe Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this LUTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £596 are approximately £1204 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 LU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs LUTON

This property71
Average61
+16% better
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vs LU2

This property71
Average60
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £53/year less than the LUTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

87, Telscombe Way

LU2 8QP

LUTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

71.72

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

237 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Mar 2010

marketed sale

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About LUTON

LUTON is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in LUTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £273 below the LUTON average, offering good value. The LU2 postcode district contains over 19300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£376.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Hot Water

£147.0/yr

Save £25/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£73.0/yr

Save £36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Someries Infant School and Early Childhood Education Centre

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU2 8AH

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Outstanding

Someries Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLU2 8AH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Putteridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLU2 8HJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Putteridge High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLU2 8HJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Queen Elizabeth School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLU2 9AG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Ramridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 9AH

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Cockernhoe Endowed CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 8PY

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Wigmore Primary

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLU2 9TB

Last inspected: May 2018

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

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 Average148 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

55 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

34 incidents (23%)

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Criminal damage

14 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

11 incidents (7%)

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Theft

10 incidents (7%)

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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