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Energy Performance Certificate

1, Plover Road

IP2 9NB

IPSWICH

Current

A

92

Potential

A

96

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in IPSWICH, IP2 9NB. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £634, comprising £474 for heating, £103 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1, Plover Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this IPSWICH property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £634 are approximately £1166 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.7 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 IP2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property92
Average62
+48% better
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vs IP2

This property92
Average64
+44% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £77/year less than the IPSWICH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(92 points)

Potential Rating

A(96 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Mar 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, Plover Road

IP2 9NB

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

84.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

92 / 100

Potential: 96

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

8 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

36 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Mar 2014

FiT application

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About IPSWICH

IPSWICH is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in IPSWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £237 below the IPSWICH average, offering good value. The IP2 postcode district contains over 12200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£474.0/yr

Save £55/yr

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Hot Water

£103.0/yr

Save £31/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chantry Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayIP2 9LR

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

The Willows Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIP2 9ER

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

The Oaks Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIP2 0NR

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Outstanding

St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIP2 9HN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Gusford Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayIP2 9LQ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Sprites Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIP2 0SA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Halifax Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayIP2 8PY

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Ranelagh Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayIP2 0AN

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime221 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

100 incidents (45%)

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Shoplifting

25 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

24 incidents (11%)

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Public order

19 incidents (9%)

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Anti-social behaviour

15 incidents (7%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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