Energy Performance Certificate
172 Duxford Road, Whittlesford
CB22 4NJ
CAMBRIDGE
Current
B
85
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB22 4NJ. The property offers 138m² (1485 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), 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). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £2686, comprising £2118 for heating, £385 for hot water, and £183 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 172 Duxford Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2686 annually are £886 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 138m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
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 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2026/year more than the CAMBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
172 Duxford Road
Whittlesford
CB22 4NJ
CAMBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
138.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
2.8 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
108 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Oct 2024
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1458 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CB22 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2118.0/yr
Save £479/yr
Hot Water
£385.0/yr
Save £192/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£183.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
William Westley Church of England VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Duxford Church of England Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
The Bellbird Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Sawston Village College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
The Icknield Primary School
PrimaryThriplow CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Babraham CofE (VC) Primary School
PrimaryStapleford Community Primary School
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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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.