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Energy Performance Certificate

12 Cambridge Drive

ST5 3DD

NEWCASTLE

Current

D

64

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NEWCASTLE, ST5 3DD. The property offers 81m² (872 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1579, comprising £1292 for heating, £178 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 12 Cambridge Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this NEWCASTLE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1579 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ST5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs NEWCASTLE

This property64
Average61
+5% better
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vs ST5

This property64
Average60
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £825/year more than the NEWCASTLE 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(64 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Mar 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

12 Cambridge Drive

ST5 3DD

NEWCASTLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

81.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

255 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Mar 2024

rental

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About NEWCASTLE

NEWCASTLE is situated in Staffordshire, West Midlands. Properties in NEWCASTLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £538 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ST5 postcode district contains over 26800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NEWCASTLE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1292.0/yr

Save £125/yr

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Hot Water

£178.0/yr

Save £56/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£109.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, 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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Clayton Hall Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayST5 3DN

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayST5 4AG

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St John's CofE (A) Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayST4 6SB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Langdale Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayST5 3QE
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayST4 5NT

Last inspected: Feb 2014

Outstanding

Oakhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayST4 5NS
?Not yet rated

Thistley Hough Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayST4 5JJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Teresa's Catholic (A) Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayST4 6SP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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 Crime177 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

74 incidents (42%)

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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (22%)

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Criminal damage

17 incidents (10%)

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Public order

16 incidents (9%)

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Burglary

6 incidents (3%)

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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