What type of property is 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is a 4-bedroom detached house, set on a cul-de-sac.

When did 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF last change hands?

6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF last sold for £480,000 in August 2017, around 9 years ago. Land Registry has 3 sales on record going back to £311,500 in September 2009. Source: HM Land Registry.

Has 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF appreciated in value?

Across 3 sales between September 2009 and August 2017, 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF rose from £311,500 to £480,000, a change of £168,500. That works out to roughly +5.6% per year compounded over 8 years. Source: HM Land Registry.

What is the EPC rating for 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The current EPC rating for 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is C with a score of 69 out of 100, lodged in May 2013. It has improved from a E recorded in June 2009 (2 bands). The assessor estimates the property could reach a B. Source: EPC Register.

What is the floor area of 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF has a recorded floor area of 131 m² (1,410 sq ft), around 33 m² per bedroom. That makes it about 34% smaller than the median EPC-recorded property in MK43 0RF. Source: EPC Register.

How is 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF heated?

The latest EPC at 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What council tax band is 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

6 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.

Where is 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF located?

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

Is 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF in a safe area?

Police records around 6 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.

Which schools serve 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The closest primary school to 6 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 is the nearest station to 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF?

The closest bus stop to 6 Chequers Close, MK43 0RF is Chequers Close, 73m away. The nearest rail option is Stewartby Rail Station, 2.0km away.

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

3 sales on record

Property type

Detached

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Floor area

131 m²

1410 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 69

Council tax

Band F

Tenure

Owner Occupied

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Overview

About 6 Chequers Close

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

6 Chequers Close is a four-bedroom detached house in Marston Moretaine, Bedford, Bedford (MK43 0RF). It has a recorded floor area of 131 m² (around 1410 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1991-1995 and council tax band F. The latest certificate (May 2013) shows a C (score 69), just inside the C band. When first surveyed in June 2009 the rating was E, the property has climbed 2 bands since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Average to Good and window efficiency went from Average to Good; while lighting dropped from Poor to Very Poor. The recommended improvements would push it to B (score 81). The latest certificate is from May 2013, so improvements made since then won't be reflected. Other recorded features include a conservatory. The home occupies a cul-de-sac position.

Across 2009–2017, sale prices on this property compounded at 5.6% per year. Today's modelled estimate of £598,000 is 24.6% above the 2017 sale price. On a £-per-square-foot basis, the last sale (£340/sq ft) was about 101.3% above the typical sold price in the postcode. On the market in August 2017 and unlisted since — roughly 9 years.

Specifications

What this property has

Pulled from EPC certificates, claim submissions and our property model. Empty categories are hidden — we only show what's known.

Inside

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3
Dining roomYes
EnsuiteYes
StudyYes
ConservatoryYes
FireplaceYes

Outside

Private gardenRear
GarageYes
Cul-de-sacYes

Building

RefurbishedYes

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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.

6 Chequers Close's EPC is over a decade old — improvements since won't be reflected.

EPC Expired

This certificate is over 10 years old and is no longer valid.Expired 01 May 2023

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

May 2013

EPC Rating

C69

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Good

CO2 Emissions

4.2 t/year

Occupancy

Owner Occupied

Certificate validity

Expired on 1 May 2023

New assessment needed to sell or let

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

May 2013from Jun 2009

EPC improved fromE54toC69

Windows

AverageGood

Window efficiency improved

Roof Insulation

InsulatedWell Insulated

Loft insulation upgraded to recommended levels

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 6 Chequers Close, Marston Moretaine, Bedford, MK43 0RF, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

6 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.

Latest sale on 6 Chequers Close was the highest on Land Registry record across the postcode.

Current estimate

£598,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables and a sale-price growth of 5.6% per year over 8 years.

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Last sold (2017)

£480,000

Growth on file: 5.6% per year over 8 years.

Sales timeline

24 August 2017Most recent
£480,000
+37.1%over 3 years
26 September 2013
£350,000
+12.4%over 4 years
16 September 2009
£311,500

Median price across the last 5 sales in MK43 0RF: £365,000 (2016–2006).

Nearby sales in MK43 0RF

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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

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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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60 dB

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70 dB

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80 dB

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