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14, Brookside, Glapthorn

PE8 5BG

PETERBOROUGH

Current

D

62

Potential

D

67

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE8 5BG. The property offers 114.6m² (1234 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £977, comprising £784 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 14, Brookside Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £977 are approximately £823 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 114.6m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PE8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs PETERBOROUGH

This property62
Average65
-5% below
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vs PE8

This property62
Average58
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £307/year more than the PETERBOROUGH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(67 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Jun 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Brookside

Glapthorn

PE8 5BG

PETERBOROUGH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

114.6

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 67

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

224 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Jun 2011

marketed sale

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About PETERBOROUGH

PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The PE8 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PETERBOROUGH 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

£784.0/yr

Save £64/yr

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Hot Water

£98.0/yr

Save £10/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£95.0/yr

Save £38/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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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 33% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Glapthorn Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPE8 5BQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Oundle Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPE8 5HA
?Not yet rated

Prince William School

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayPE8 4BS

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Warmington School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayPE8 6TA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Polebrook Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayPE8 5LN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Kings Cliffe Endowed Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayPE8 6XS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Nassington Primary School

Primary
📍4.6 miles awayPE8 6QG

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayPE8 6RS

Last inspected: Mar 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

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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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