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Energy Performance Certificate

1 Lapwing Close

CB22 3GU

Sawston

Current

B

84

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in Sawston, CB22 3GU. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £711, comprising £370 for heating, £258 for hot water, and £83 for lighting. The property produces 0.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1 Lapwing Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this Sawston property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £711 are approximately £1089 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 130m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CB22 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property84
Average60
+40% better
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vs Sawston

This property84
Average86
-2% below
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vs CB22

This property84
Average63
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £353/year more than the Sawston average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(84 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Apr 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Lapwing Close

CB22 3GU

Sawston

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

130.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

84 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

0.4 tonnes/year

3 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

33 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Apr 2025

new dwelling

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About Sawston

Sawston is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in Sawston have an average EPC rating of B (score 86/100). The CB22 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric

£370.0/yr

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Hot Water

£258.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£83.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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