What kind of home is 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is a detached house.

When did 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF last change hands?

1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF last sold for £400,500 in September 2016, around 10 years ago. Land Registry has 3 sales on record going back to £130,000 in February 1998. Source: HM Land Registry.

How has the value of 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF changed over time?

Across 3 sales between February 1998 and September 2016, 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF rose from £130,000 to £400,500, a change of £270,500. That works out to roughly +6.2% per year compounded over 19 years. Source: HM Land Registry.

What is the EPC rating for 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The current EPC rating for 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is C with a score of 76 out of 100, lodged in July 2026. It has improved from a E recorded in March 2015 (2 bands). Source: EPC Register.

How big is 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF has a recorded floor area of 220 m² (2,368 sq ft). That makes it about 68% larger than the median EPC-recorded property in MK43 0RF. Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF use?

The latest EPC at 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What is the council tax band for 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is in council tax band F. That sits towards the upper end of the band ladder, typically reflecting larger or higher-value homes.

Which area is 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF in?

1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF sits in Marston Moretaine, Bedford, Bedford. It falls within the MK43 postcode district.

How safe is the area around 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

Police records around 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF show an average of 123 reported crimes per month over the last 14 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 39% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is falling (22% versus the prior period). Source: Police UK.

What schools are near 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The closest primary school to 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is Marston Moreteyne VC School (1.5km), one of 3 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem College (1.6km), with 3 secondaries in the surrounding area.

What transport links are near 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The closest bus stop to 1 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is Chequers Close, 73m away. The nearest rail option is Stewartby Rail Station, 2.0km away.

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1 Chequers Close, Marston Moretaine, Bedford, MK43 0RF

3 sales on record

Property type

Detached

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

220 m²

2368 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 76

Council tax

Band F

Tenure

Owner Occupied

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Overview

About 1 Chequers Close

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

1 Chequers Close is a detached house in Marston Moretaine, Bedford, Bedford (MK43 0RF). It has a recorded floor area of 220 m² (around 2368 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1996-2002 and council tax band F. The latest certificate (July 2026) shows a C (score 76), near the top of the C band. When first surveyed in March 2015 the rating was E, the property has climbed 2 bands since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Poor to Good, hot-water efficiency went from Average to Good and lighting went from Very Poor to Very Good. This certificate was lodged in the last six months, so the rating reflects current condition.

Across 1998–2016, sale prices on this property compounded at 6.2% per year. Today's modelled estimate of £643,000 sits 60.5% above the 2016 sale of £400,500. On a £-per-square-foot basis, the last sale (£169/sq ft) was about 50.3% below the postcode norm. Last changed hands 10 years ago, in September 2016.

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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.

The EPC has just been inspected, so the rating reflects current condition.

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

Jul 2026

EPC Rating

C76

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

5.3 t/year

Occupancy

Owner Occupied

Certificate validity

Valid until 6 July 2036

9 years remaining

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Jul 2026from Mar 2015

EPC improved fromE53toC76

Heating Controls

Prog + TRVsFull

Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management

Hot Water

AverageGood

Hot water efficiency improved

Roof

PoorGood

Roof insulation improved

Low Energy Lighting

0%100%

More low energy lighting installed

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 1 Chequers Close, Marston Moretaine, Bedford, MK43 0RF, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

1 Chequers Close has no planning applications on record.

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Price

Sales history & valuation

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

Sale price has grown by over 3x since 1998.

Current estimate

£643,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables and a sale-price growth of 6.2% per year over 19 years.

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Last sold (2016)

£400,500

Growth on file: 6.2% per year over 19 years.

Sales timeline

29 September 2016Most recent
£400,500
8 January 2016
£400,500
+208.1%over 17 years
13 February 1998
£130,000

Median price across the last 5 sales in MK43 0RF: £350,000 (2017–2007).

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Area

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Crime

123/mo

Falling year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.1 km

Chequers Close — bus stop.

Closest school

1.5 km

Marston Moreteyne VC School. 6 schools nearby.

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Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around MK43 0RF from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

50.5dB

Low

Night-time road noise heatmap for MK43 0RF

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

44.4dB

Low

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