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Energy Performance Certificate

1, St. Marys Way, Westerfield

IP6 9BQ

IPSWICH

Current

D

61

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in IPSWICH, IP6 9BQ. The property offers 187m² (2013 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1428, comprising £1111 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 1, St. Marys Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this IPSWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1428 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 187m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property61
Average62
-2% below
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vs IP6

This property61
Average61
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £717/year more than the IPSWICH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, St. Marys Way

Westerfield

IP6 9BQ

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

187.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

8.0 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

165 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Apr 2016

ECO assessment

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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). Heating costs are £400 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP6 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1111.0/yr

Save £263/yr

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Hot Water

£191.0/yr

Save £79/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£126.0/yr

Save £36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 25 mm loft insulation

Poor
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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, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Northgate High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayIP4 3DL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Rushmere Hall Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayIP4 3EJ
?Not yet rated

Dale Hall Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP1 4LX

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Sidegate Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP4 4JD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Castle Hill Infant School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayIP1 6QD

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Castle Hill Junior School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayIP1 6QD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Ormiston Endeavour Academy

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayIP1 6SG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayIP4 4LE

Last inspected: Apr 2018

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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