Energy Performance Certificate
178 High Street, Harston
CB22 7QD
CAMBRIDGE
Current
B
89
Potential
A
100
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB22 7QD. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (100/100). 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 £567, comprising £229 for heating, £209 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2025 for £415,000.
How Does 178 High Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £567 are approximately £1233 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 CB22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CAMBRIDGE
vs CB22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 89/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £93/year less than the CAMBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
178 High Street
Harston
CB22 7QD
CAMBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
82.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
89 / 100
Potential: 100
CO₂ Emissions
1.1 tonnes/year
14 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
81 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Sept 2023
new dwelling
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 £431 below the CAMBRIDGE average, offering good value. The CB22 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£415,000
16 January 2025
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£229.0/yr
Hot Water
£209.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£129.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 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
Harston and Newton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Hauxton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Haslingfield Endowed Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Trumpington Meadows Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Great and Little Shelford CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Barrington CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Trumpington Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Foxton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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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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.