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Energy Performance Certificate

Briar Barn, Dillocks Lane

MK43 9RG

BEDFORD

Current

C

75

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK43 9RG. The property offers 236m² (2540 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £1281, comprising £1065 for heating, £109 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Briar Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1281 are approximately £519 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 236m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the MK43 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property75
Average65
+15% better
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vs MK43

This property75
Average65
+15% better

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: £620/year more than the BEDFORD 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Nov 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

Briar Barn

Dillocks Lane

Wootton

MK43 9RG

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

236.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

5.6 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

146 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Nov 2018

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). Heating costs are £404 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK43 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler & underfloor, mains gas

£1065.0/yr

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Hot Water

£109.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£107.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.28 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler & underfloor, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

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

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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

Wootton Upper School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayMK43 9HT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Wootton Lower School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayMK43 9JT

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Kempston Rural Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayMK42 7FJ

Last inspected: Apr 2010

Outstanding

Kempston Academy

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayMK42 7EB

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Shelton Lower School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayMK43 0LS

Last inspected: Nov 2016

Good

Balliol Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayMK42 7ER

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Great Denham Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayMK40 4GG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Springfield Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayMK42 7LJ

Last inspected: Jun 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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 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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