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Energy Performance Certificate

Woodlands House, Watling Street

LU6 3QP

DUNSTABLE

Current

C

71

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in DUNSTABLE, LU6 3QP. The property offers 267m² (2874 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1520, comprising £1271 for heating, £142 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Woodlands House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this DUNSTABLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1520 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 267m², 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 LU6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs DUNSTABLE

This property71
Average63
+13% better
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vs LU6

This property71
Average61
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £856/year more than the DUNSTABLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Dec 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

Woodlands House

Watling Street

LU6 3QP

DUNSTABLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

267.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

6.3 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

134 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Dec 2010

new dwelling

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About DUNSTABLE

DUNSTABLE is situated in Bedfordshire, East of England. Properties in DUNSTABLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £607 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LU6 postcode district contains over 11800 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, radiators, electric

£1271.0/yr

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Hot Water

£142.0/yr

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Lighting

15.0% low energy

£107.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/mA?K

Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/mA?K

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/mA?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Kensworth Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLU6 3RH

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLU1 4BB

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Manshead Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayLU1 4BB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Caddington Village School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayLU1 4JD

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Markyate Village School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayAL3 8PT

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

St. Augustine's Academy

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayLU5 4AS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Ardley Hill Academy

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayLU6 3NZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayLU1 5PP

Last inspected: Feb 2022

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: 420 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:420 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:168 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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