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13 BROWNS CLOSE, WICKHAMBROOK

CB8 8YF

WICKHAMBROOK

Current

D

61

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in WICKHAMBROOK, CB8 8YF. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. 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 B rating (82/100). 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £778, comprising £556 for heating, £150 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2021 for £347,000.

How Does 13 BROWNS CLOSE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this WICKHAMBROOK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £778 are approximately £1022 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.2 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 CB8 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 WICKHAMBROOK

This property61
Average49
+24% better
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vs CB8

This property61
Average59
+3% better

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: £455/year less than the WICKHAMBROOK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Apr 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

13 BROWNS CLOSE

WICKHAMBROOK

CB8 8YF

WICKHAMBROOK

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

82.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

4.2 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

207 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Apr 2021

marketed sale

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About WICKHAMBROOK

WICKHAMBROOK is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in WICKHAMBROOK have an average EPC rating of E (score 49/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £677 below the WICKHAMBROOK average, offering good value. The CB8 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£347,000

30 September 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£556.0/yr

Save £128/yr

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Hot Water

£150.0/yr

Save £65/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited 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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wickhambrook Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCB8 8XN
?Not yet rated

Hundon Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayCO10 8EE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Thurlow Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍4.9 miles awayCB9 7HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cheveley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.2 miles awayCB8 9DF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Barrow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍5.4 miles awayIP29 5AU

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

Hartest Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍5.8 miles awayIP29 4DL

Last inspected: Sept 2021

?Special Measures

Kedington Primary Academy

Primary
📍5.8 miles awayCB9 7QZ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Clare Community Primary School

Primary
📍6.3 miles awayCO10 8PZ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

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.

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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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