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Energy Performance Certificate

New Barn, Wick End

MK44 8TS

Bedford

Current

C

80

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in Bedford, MK44 8TS. The property offers 377m² (4058 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 £1919, comprising £1583 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £159 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does New Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this Bedford property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1919 are close to the UK average. At 377m², 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 property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs Bedford

This property80
Average74
+8% better
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vs MK44

This property80
Average58
+38% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1253/year more than the Bedford average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Mar 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

New Barn

Wick End

Stagsden

MK44 8TS

Bedford

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2022

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Floor Area

377.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

14 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

80 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Mar 2022

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 C (score 74/100). Heating costs are £917 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

£1583.0/yr

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Hot Water

£177.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£159.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.30 W/m-¦K

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 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very 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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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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