Energy Performance Certificate
Highway House, Main Street
MK18 2AY
BUCKINGHAM
Current
D
65
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BUCKINGHAM, MK18 2AY. The property offers 149.1m² (1605 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1155, comprising £898 for heating, £157 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Highway House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this BUCKINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1155 are approximately £645 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 149.1m², 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 MK18 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BUCKINGHAM
vs MK18
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £382/year more than the BUCKINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 29 Sept 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
Highway House
Main Street
Padbury
MK18 2AY
BUCKINGHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
149.1 m²
8.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
6.0 tonnes/year
37 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
222 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Sept 2010
marketed sale
About BUCKINGHAM
BUCKINGHAM is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BUCKINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The MK18 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£898.0/yr
Hot Water
£157.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£100.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Padbury Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Lace Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Bourton Meadow Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2013
Royal Latin School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Buckingham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
George Grenville Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Steeple Claydon School and Pre-School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Roundwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 491 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (100%)
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.