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Energy Performance Certificate

Broadfields, Milton House

MK44 1RL

BEDFORD

Current

C

78

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BEDFORD, MK44 1RL. The property offers 249m² (2680 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1121, comprising £865 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Broadfields Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BEDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1121 are approximately £679 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 249m², 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 property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property78
Average65
+20% better
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vs MK44

This property78
Average58
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £460/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 May 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Broadfields

Milton House

Bedford Road

MK44 1RL

BEDFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

249.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

19 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

119 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 May 2022

rental

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £204 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£865.0/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£134.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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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

Milton Ernest CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayMK44 1RF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Oakley Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayMK43 7RE

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Lincroft Academy

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayMK43 7RE

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Ursula Taylor Church of England School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayMK41 6EG

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Pinchmill Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK43 7JD

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

St Thomas More Catholic School

Secondary
📍2.5 miles awayMK41 7UL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Thurleigh Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayMK44 2DB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Scott Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayMK41 7JA

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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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