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Energy Performance Certificate

Silver Birches, Mill Lane

MK17 8BP

MILTON KEYNES

Current

A

106

Potential

A

109

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in MILTON KEYNES, MK17 8BP. The property offers 876m² (9429 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (106/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground 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 £4293, comprising £3925 for heating, £145 for hot water, and £223 for lighting.

How Does Silver Birches Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 106/100, this MILTON KEYNES property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £4293 annually are £2493 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 876m², 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 property106
Average60
+77% better
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vs MILTON KEYNES

This property106
Average67
+58% better
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vs MK17

This property106
Average67
+58% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 106/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £3724/year more than the MILTON KEYNES average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(106 points)

Potential Rating

A(109 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

Silver Birches

Mill Lane

Hulcote Village

MK17 8BP

MILTON KEYNES

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

876.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

106 / 100

Potential: 109

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CO₂ Emissions

-6.5 tonnes/year

-7 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-44 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Apr 2016

new dwelling

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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 £3356 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The MK17 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£3925.0/yr

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Hot Water

£145.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£223.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayMK17 7AA

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Swallowfield Primary

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayMK17 8SR

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Aspley Guise Village School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayMK17 8JT

Last inspected: Sept 2007

Outstanding

Fulbrook

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayMK17 8NP

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Glebe Farm School

All-through
📍1.6 miles awayMK17 8XY
?Not yet rated

Husborne Crawley Lower School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayMK43 0UZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Wavendon Gate School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayMK7 7HL

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Ridgmont Lower School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayMK43 0TS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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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