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Energy Performance Certificate

Apartment 3, The Old Chapel, High Street

MK44 2DS

BEDFORD

Current

D

55

Potential

D

55

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in BEDFORD, MK44 2DS. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £860, comprising £577 for heating, £229 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Apartment 3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £860 are approximately £940 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK44 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs BEDFORD

This property55
Average65
-15% below
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vs MK44

This property55
Average58
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £199/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

D(55 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Jan 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

Apartment 3

The Old Chapel, High Street

Thurleigh

MK44 2DS

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

65.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 55

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

141 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Jan 2020

new dwelling

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About BEDFORD

BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The MK44 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler & underfloor, LPG

£577.0/yr

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Hot Water

£229.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.26 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler & underfloor, LPG

Very Poor

Main Fuel

bottled LPG

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Thurleigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayMK44 2DB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Kymbrook Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK44 2HH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Milton Ernest CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayMK44 1RF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Ravensden CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayMK44 2RW

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Riseley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayMK44 1DR

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Wilden CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayMK44 2PB

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Sharnbrook Primary

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayMK44 1PF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Thomas More Catholic School

Secondary
📍3.7 miles awayMK41 7UL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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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