8 The Rye, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, LU6 2BQ is a freehold detached property built between 1950-1966. The property offers approximately 1,270 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have four bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £821,857 , which equates to approximately £647 per square foot. It was last sold on 8 Oct 1997 for £165,000. Since then, the value has increased by £656,857, representing a 398.1% increase, or approximately 14.1% per year.

The current estimated value of £821,857 is:

  • 21.7% lower than the average property price on The Rye
  • 2.6% lower than the average in the LU6 2BQ postcode area
  • and 141.9% higher than the average price for Dunstable as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (3 out of 3 inspections). This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 25 June 2025, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Detached House
Built
1950-1966
Interior Size
1270 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£821,857
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£647
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

8 The Rye, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, South Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, LU6 2BQ has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E, based on the latest assessment carried out on 25 Jun 2025.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 25 Feb 2013, when the property was rated D. The current rating of E reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 18.2%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 250 mm loft insulation to pitched, insulated (assumed), changing energy efficiency from good to average.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 35% of fixed outlets to below average lighting efficiency, with efficiency changing from average to very poor.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
Very Poor

Compared to LU6 2BQ

13 th / 27
Price Rank
3% lower than average
12 th / 17
Size Rank
33% smaller than average
1 st / 17
Price Per Sq FT Rank
45% higher than average

Compared to other properties in LU6 2BQ , this house's estimated value ranks 13th out of 27. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 1st out of 17 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 12th out of 17 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£821,857
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+398 %
8 Oct 1997
£165,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 5
size: 1356 sq ft
sale price: £772,500
sale date: 13 Apr 2023
rooms: 5
size: 1424 sq ft
sale price: £460,000
sale date: 31 Jul 2013
rooms: 4
size: 1353 sq ft
sale price: £345,000
sale date: 28 Nov 2011

Data Sources

The property at 8 The Rye, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, South Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, LU6 2BQ appears once in the Land Registry records, with the transaction recorded on 8 Oct 1997. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 25 Jun 2025. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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