Energy Performance Certificate
16 Markby Close, Duxford
CB22 4RS
CAMBRIDGE
Current
D
55
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB22 4RS. The property offers 107m² (1152 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1336, comprising £1077 for heating, £135 for hot water, and £124 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2023 for £407,310.
How Does 16 Markby Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1336 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 107m² 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 CB22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CAMBRIDGE
vs CB22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £676/year more than the CAMBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Feb 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
16 Markby Close
Duxford
CB22 4RS
CAMBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
107.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
5.8 tonnes/year
54 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
308 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Feb 2023
marketed sale
About CAMBRIDGE
CAMBRIDGE is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in CAMBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £417 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CB22 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CAMBRIDGE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£407,310
5 April 2023
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1077.0/yr
Save £342/yr
Hot Water
£135.0/yr
Save £44/yr
Lighting
71.0% low energy
£124.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Duxford Church of England Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
William Westley Church of England VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
The Bellbird Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Thriplow CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Sawston Village College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
The Icknield Primary School
PrimaryBabraham CofE (VC) Primary School
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: 429 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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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.