Energy Performance Certificate
15, Alan Road
IP3 8EQ
IPSWICH
Current
D
61
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in IPSWICH, IP3 8EQ. The property offers 99.91m² (1075 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century 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 C rating (71/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £794, comprising £638 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2018 for £228,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 15, Alan Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this IPSWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £794 are approximately £1006 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 99.91m² 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 IP3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs IPSWICH
vs IP3
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: £83/year more than the IPSWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
15, Alan Road
IP3 8EQ
IPSWICH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
99.91 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
52 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
311 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Mar 2009
marketed sale
About IPSWICH
IPSWICH is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in IPSWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The IP3 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£228,000
10 September 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£155,000
20 March 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 47.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£638.0/yr
Save £168/yr
Hot Water
£90.0/yr
Lighting
41.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Save £25/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 75mm loft insulation
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 41% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rose Hill Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Cliff Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Murrayfield Primary - A Paradigm Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Britannia Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Helen's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Copleston High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
PrimaryAbout 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: 438 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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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.