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Wayside, Kimbolton Road

MK44 2EL

BEDFORD

Current

D

62

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in BEDFORD, MK44 2EL. The property offers 42m² (452 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). 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 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 £662, comprising £462 for heating, £160 for hot water, and £40 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low 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 Wayside Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BEDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £662 are approximately £1138 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 42m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BEDFORD

This property62
Average65
-5% below
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vs MK44

This property62
Average58
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1/year more than the BEDFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Nov 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Wayside

Kimbolton Road

Bolnhurst

MK44 2EL

BEDFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

42.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

190 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Nov 2014

rental (private)

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About BEDFORD

BEDFORD is situated in Milton Keynes, South East. Properties in BEDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The MK44 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEDFORD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

£462.0/yr

Save £81/yr

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Hot Water

£160.0/yr

Save £63/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£40.0/yr

Save £11/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, LPG

Average

Main Fuel

LPG (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Kymbrook Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayMK44 2HH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Thurleigh Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayMK44 2DB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Wilden CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayMK44 2PB

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Ravensden CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayMK44 2RW

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Riseley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayMK44 1DR

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Great Staughton Primary Academy

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayPE19 5BP

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Renhold VC Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayMK41 0LU

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Mark Rutherford School

Secondary
📍4.6 miles awayMK41 8PX

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 184 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:184 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:28 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Public order

1 incidents (100%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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