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Energy Performance Certificate

Brickyard Barns, Yielden

MK44 1AQ

BEDFORD

Current

C

72

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK44 1AQ. The property offers 451m² (4855 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £3028, comprising £2634 for heating, £245 for hot water, and £149 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Brickyard Barns Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3028 annually are £1228 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 451m², 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 MK44 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property72
Average65
+11% better
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vs MK44

This property72
Average58
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2367/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(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 26 Oct 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

Brickyard Barns

Yielden

MK44 1AQ

BEDFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

451.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

11 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

114 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Oct 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 £1973 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2634.0/yr

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Hot Water

£245.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£149.0/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 0.16 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K

Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Eileen Wade Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPE28 0ND

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Riseley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayMK44 1DR

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Rushden Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayNN10 0YX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

The Ferrers School

Secondary
📍3.2 miles awayNN10 8LF

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Newton Road School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayNN10 0HH

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Stanwick Academy

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayNN9 6PS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

St Peter's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayNN9 6PA

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Denfield Park Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayNN10 0DA

Last inspected: Feb 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

🚀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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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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