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Energy Performance Certificate

14 Tempest Road

CB23 6HW

Upper Cambourne

Current

C

75

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in Upper Cambourne, CB23 6HW. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1088, comprising £606 for heating, £248 for hot water, and £234 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Tempest Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this Upper Cambourne property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1088 are approximately £712 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 CB23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs Upper Cambourne

This property75
Average70
+7% better
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vs CB23

This property75
Average66
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £533/year more than the Upper Cambourne average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Feb 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Tempest Road

CB23 6HW

Upper Cambourne

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

71.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

156 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Feb 2023

rental

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About Upper Cambourne

Upper Cambourne is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in Upper Cambourne have an average EPC rating of C (score 70/100). The CB23 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£606.0/yr

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Hot Water

£248.0/yr

Save £85/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£234.0/yr

Save £109/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very 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, insulated (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 12% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Vine Inter-Church Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayCB23 6DY

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Jeavons Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCB23 6DZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Monkfield Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCB23 5AX

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Cambourne Village College

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayCB23 6FR

Last inspected: May 2015

Outstanding

Caldecote Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayCB23 7NX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Bourn CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayCB23 2SP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCB23 7RE

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Elsworth CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayCB23 4JD

Last inspected: May 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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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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