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Energy Performance Certificate

Shucklow Cottage, Shucklow Hill

MK17 0PY

MILTON KEYNES

Current

B

84

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in MILTON KEYNES, MK17 0PY. The property offers 291m² (3132 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1759, comprising £1340 for heating, £233 for hot water, and £186 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Shucklow Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this MILTON KEYNES property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1759 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 291m², 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 MK17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property84
Average60
+40% better
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vs MILTON KEYNES

This property84
Average67
+25% better
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vs MK17

This property84
Average67
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £1190/year more than the MILTON KEYNES average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(84 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Apr 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Shucklow Cottage

Shucklow Hill

Little Horwood

MK17 0PY

MILTON KEYNES

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

291.0

11.0 total rooms

11.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

84 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

19 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

54 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Apr 2025

marketed sale

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About MILTON KEYNES

MILTON KEYNES is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in MILTON KEYNES have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £771 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK17 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties. Like many MILTON KEYNES properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1340.0/yr

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Hot Water

£233.0/yr

Save £92/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£186.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (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

Great Horwood Church of England School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayMK17 0RG

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Whaddon CofE School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayMK17 0LS

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Mursley Church of England School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayMK17 0RT

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Priory Rise School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK4 3GE
?Not yet rated

Winslow Church of England School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK18 3EN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Sir Thomas Fremantle School

Secondary
📍2.6 miles awayMK18 3GH

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Swanbourne Church of England VA School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayMK17 0SW

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Giles Brook Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayMK4 3GB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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: 378 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:378 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:151 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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