Energy Performance Certificate
Room 1 Ampthill Road, Flitwick
MK45 1BE
Bedford
Current
D
65
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Bedford, MK45 1BE. The property offers 2997m² (32260 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 70 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £48041, comprising £46208 for heating, £526 for hot water, and £1307 for lighting. The property produces 85.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Room 1 Ampthill Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this Bedford property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £48041 annually are £46241 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 2997m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 85.0 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 MK45 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Bedford
vs MK45
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: £47375/year more than the Bedford average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Room 1 Ampthill Road
Flitwick
MK45 1BE
Bedford
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
2997.0 m²
70.0 total rooms
70.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
85.0 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
163 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Jan 2023
rental
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 £45542 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK45 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£46208.0/yr
Hot Water
£526.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£1307.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 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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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.
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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.