What kind of home is 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES is an end-of-terrace house.

What energy rating does 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES have?

The current EPC rating for 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES is C with a score of 78 out of 100, lodged in May 2026. It has improved from a D recorded in May 2016. The assessor estimates the property could reach a B. Source: EPC Register.

How big is 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES has a recorded floor area of 53 m² (570 sq ft). Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES use?

The latest EPC at 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES records electricity as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What is the council tax band for 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES 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 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES in?

1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES sits in Felmersham, Bedford, Bedford. It falls within the MK43 postcode district.

How safe is the area around 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

Police records around 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES 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 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

The closest primary school to 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES is Pinchmill Primary School (354m), one of 2 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Sharnbrook Academy (1.8km).

What is the nearest station to 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES?

The closest bus stop to 1 Hensman Close, MK43 7ES is The Church, 95m away. In total there are 29 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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1 Hensman Close, Felmersham, Bedford, MK43 7ES

Property type

End terrace

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

53 m²

570 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 78

Council tax

Band B

Tenure

Social Rental

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Overview

About 1 Hensman Close

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

1 Hensman Close is an end-of-terrace house in Felmersham, Bedford, Bedford (MK43 7ES). It has a recorded floor area of 53 m² (around 570 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1983-1990 and council tax band B. The latest certificate (May 2026) shows a C (score 78), near the top of the C band. When first surveyed in May 2016 the rating was D, the property has climbed 1 band since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Good to Very Good and window efficiency went from Average to Good; while lighting dropped from Very Good to Average. The recommended improvements would push it to B (score 84). Main heating runs on electricity. 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.

1 Hensman Close's carbon output is low for the local stock.

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

May 2026

EPC Rating

C78

Main Heating

Heat Pump

Main Fuel

Electric

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Good

CO2 Emissions

0.5 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Certificate validity

Valid until 19 May 2036

9 years remaining

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

May 2026from May 2016

EPC improved fromD63toC78

Heating Controls

Prog + StatFull

Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management

Windows

Full DoubleHigh Performance

High performance glazing installed

Roof

GoodVery Good

Roof insulation improved

Ventilation

NaturalExtract

Mechanical ventilation installed

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Level 3 Building Survey

Late 20th centuryEnd-Terrace BungalowEPC CNo mains gas

Because the property has no mains gas supply, we believe a Level 3 building survey should be considered.

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 1 Hensman Close, Felmersham, Bedford, MK43 7ES, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

1 Hensman Close has no planning applications on record.

But the area is active

1 notable application 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.

1 Hensman Close has no Land Registry sales on file, suggesting it has stayed in the same hands since registration began.

Current estimate

£226,000

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.

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Comparables

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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.

Full Bedford report

Daytime road noise here sits well below conversation level — a quiet pocket of the postcode.

Crime

123/mo

Falling year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.1 km

The Church — bus stop.

Closest school

0.4 km

Pinchmill Primary School. 3 schools nearby.

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A Local Area report breaks down crime, transport links, schools and air quality in depth.

Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around MK43 7ES from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

44.3dB

Low

Night-time road noise heatmap for MK43 7ES

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

36.1dB

Low

55 dB

60 dB

65 dB

70 dB

75 dB

80 dB

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FAQ

Common questions

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