Energy Performance Certificate
148B Bucklesham Road
IP3 8TZ
Ipswich
Current
B
87
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Ipswich, IP3 8TZ. The property offers 210m² (2260 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1428, comprising £894 for heating, £312 for hot water, and £222 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 148B Bucklesham Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this Ipswich property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1428 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 210m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 IP3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Ipswich
vs IP3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £939/year more than the Ipswich average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Nov 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
148B Bucklesham Road
IP3 8TZ
Ipswich
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2020
Floor Area
210.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
87 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
57 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Nov 2023
new dwelling
About Ipswich
Ipswich is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in Ipswich have an average EPC rating of C (score 77/100). Heating costs are £405 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP3 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£894.0/yr
Hot Water
£312.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£222.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ravenswood Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Broke Hall Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Ipswich Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Murrayfield Primary - A Paradigm Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Copleston High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Britannia Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Morland Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Rose Hill Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
22 incidents (43%)
Theft
6 incidents (12%)
Public order
5 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
4 incidents (8%)
Anti-social behaviour
3 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.