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LOWER FARM, LEIGHTON ROAD

LU6 2HD

NORTHALL

Current

C

73

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NORTHALL, LU6 2HD. The property offers 823m² (8859 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), 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. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £5080, comprising £4387 for heating, £451 for hot water, and £242 for lighting. The property produces 16.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does LOWER FARM Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this NORTHALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £5080 annually are £3280 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 823m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 16.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LU6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs NORTHALL

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs LU6

This property73
Average61
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £4230/year more than the NORTHALL 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Jan 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

LOWER FARM

LEIGHTON ROAD

NORTHALL

LU6 2HD

NORTHALL

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

823.0

11.0 total rooms

11.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

16.0 tonnes/year

19 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

113 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Jan 2021

RHI application

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About NORTHALL

NORTHALL is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in NORTHALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £3537 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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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

£4387.0/yr

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Hot Water

£451.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£242.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Edlesborough Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayLU6 2HS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Eaton Bray Academy

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayLU6 2DT

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Totternhoe Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayLU6 1RE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Stanbridge Lower School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLU7 9HY

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Cheddington Combined School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayLU7 0RG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Brookmead School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayLU7 9EX

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Leedon Lower School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayLU7 3LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Clipstone Brook Lower School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayLU7 3PG

Last inspected: Nov 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 445 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:445 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:178 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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