How energy efficient is 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

The current EPC rating for 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN is C with a score of 80 out of 100, lodged in June 2026. Source: EPC Register.

How big is 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN has a recorded floor area of 49 m² (527 sq ft). Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN use?

The latest EPC at 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What is the council tax band for 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN is in council tax band B. That sits at the lower end of the A-H ladder, typically reflecting smaller floor areas or lower 1991 valuations.

Which area is 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN in?

15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN sits in Biddenham, Bedford, Bedford. It falls within the MK40 postcode district.

How safe is the area around 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

Police records around 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN show an average of 328 reported crimes per month over the last 18 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 39% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is falling (17% versus the prior period). Source: Police UK.

What schools are near 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

The closest primary school to 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN is St James' CofE Academy (418m), one of 13 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Biddenham International School and Sports College (1.1km).

What transport links are near 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN?

The closest bus stop to 15 Gold Lane, MK40 4AN is War Memorial, 175m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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15 Gold Lane, Biddenham, Bedford, MK40 4AN

Property type

End terrace

Floor 01

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

49 m²

527 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 80

Council tax

Band B

Tenure

Social Rental

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Overview

About 15 Gold Lane

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

15 Gold Lane is an end-of-terrace house in Biddenham, Bedford, Bedford (MK40 4AN). It has a recorded floor area of 49 m² (around 527 sq ft), construction records dating it to 2012 onwards and council tax band B. At 49 m² this is the 5th smallest of 12 units on EPC record in the building, where floor areas span 42–145 m². The building's EPC ratings span E to C, with this unit at the top. On EPC score it ranks first in the building (80 versus a worst of 51). The latest certificate (June 2026) shows a C (score 80), near the top of the C band. The rating has held steady at C across 3 certificates since August 2011. Between certificates, lighting went from Average to Good. This certificate was lodged in the last six months, so the rating reflects current condition.

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Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

15 Gold Lane's carbon output is low for the local stock.

Current Certificate(1 of 3)

Jun 2026

EPC Rating

C80

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

1.0 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Certificate validity

Valid until 3 June 2036

9 years remaining

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Jun 2016from Aug 2011

Low Energy Lighting

33%100%

More low energy lighting installed

Jun 2026from Jun 2016

Wall Insulation

Partial InsulationInsulated Cavity

Wall insulation upgraded

Floor Insulation

UninsulatedInsulated

Floor insulation added or improved

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 15 Gold Lane, Biddenham, Bedford, MK40 4AN, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

15 Gold Lane has no planning applications on record.

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10 notable applications nearby — larger schemes and conversions that could reshape the street. The report maps them all.

Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

15 Gold Lane has no Land Registry sales on file, suggesting it has stayed in the same hands since registration began.

Current estimate

£172,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables.

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No sales recorded with HM Land Registry

That can mean the property has never traded since the registry began publishing in 1995, was a new build that hasn't been registered yet, or is held in the same hands long-term.

Median price across the last 5 sales in MK40 4AN: £575,000 (2025–2007).

Nearby sales in MK40 4AN

On the street

Versus other Gold Lane homes

Four headline reads against 6 similar flats on this street, drawn from the latest EPC and Land Registry data.

On epc rating, 15 Gold Lane stands well clear of the street.

EPC Rating

80 (C)

Street avg 66 (D)

Strongly above

Floor Area

49 m²

Street avg 47 m²

Above

CO₂ Emissions

1.0 t/year

Street avg 2.9 t/year

Strongly above

Habitable Rooms

3 rooms

Street avg 2 rooms

Strongly above

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Comparables

Similar properties nearby

A handful of close matches in the same postcode area, ranked by likeness on bedrooms, type and floor area.

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1 Broad Mead Avenue, Great Denham

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£301k

1 All Saints Road

MK40 4DG

Area

The neighbourhood at a glance

A condensed read of the local area. Each tile links through to the full breakdown on the Bedford district page.

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Crime

328/mo

Falling year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.2 km

War Memorial — bus stop.

Closest school

0.4 km

St James' CofE Academy. 14 schools nearby.

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Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around MK40 4AN from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

51.1dB

Low

Night-time road noise heatmap for MK40 4AN

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

42.2dB

Low

55 dB

60 dB

65 dB

70 dB

75 dB

80 dB

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FAQ

Common questions

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