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Below Average Efficiency — Improvements Recommended

Energy Performance Certificate

148, Park Farm Drive, Allestree

DE22 2QP

DERBY

Current

E

52

Potential

C

76

📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead

The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.

Now

E

Current rating

Target (2028)

C

Minimum required

Achievable

C

With improvements

⚖️ Landlord Compliance — Current & Future Requirements

This E-rated rental property currently meets the minimum standard (E or above). However, with the proposed upgrade to C by 2028, landlords will need to invest in improvements. Planning now — rather than at the last minute — allows you to take advantage of grants and spread costs.

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Running Costs: How This Property Compares

This Property

£1,000

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£496

potential per year

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£7,500

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How to Improve This E-Rated Property to a C

With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £504/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
EA
26,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£12,500
Payback
~14 yrs
Current Costs
£1,000/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is one of the most cost-effective upgrades available.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £504/yrPayback: ~7 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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About This E-Rated Property

This terraced flat is located in DERBY, DE22 2QP. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (52/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1000, comprising £661 for heating, £300 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This property currently meets the minimum E rating requirement under MEES regulations. However, the government has proposed increasing the minimum to C by 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies, so consider planning upgrades now.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

E(52 points)

Achievable Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Jan 2020

Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities

Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

148, Park Farm Drive

Allestree

DE22 2QP

DERBY

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

📐

Floor Area

43.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

📊

Energy Consumption

624 kWh/m²/year

E-Rated Properties in DERBY

DERBY has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£661 /yr

Save £348/yr

🚿 Hot Water

£300 /yr

Save £156/yr

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£39 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lawn Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayDE22 2QR

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Outstanding

Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayDE22 1JD

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE22 1AU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDE22 1EF

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Portway Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDE22 2GL

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Markeaton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDE22 1HL

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Allestree Woodlands School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayDE22 2LW

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Portway Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDE22 2HE

Last inspected: Sept 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: 482 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:482 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:193 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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