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2 Forty Foot Cottage, Pointon Fen

NG34 0LF

SLEAFORD

Current

C

72

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SLEAFORD, NG34 0LF. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1849, comprising £1291 for heating, £432 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £170,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 2 Forty Foot Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this SLEAFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1849 are close to the UK average. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 NG34 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs SLEAFORD

This property72
Average62
+16% better
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vs NG34

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1057/year more than the SLEAFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Jan 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Forty Foot Cottage

Pointon Fen

NG34 0LF

SLEAFORD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

84.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

158 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Jan 2025

ECO assessment

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About SLEAFORD

SLEAFORD is situated in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Properties in SLEAFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £499 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NG34 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£170,000

20 October 2023

Type: Semi-Detached

+£30,000(+21.4%)

vs previous sale

£140,000

16 September 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

+£20,000(+16.7%)

vs previous sale

£120,000

29 July 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 41.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1291.0/yr

Save £332/yr

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Hot Water

£432.0/yr

Save £131/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£126.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The St Gilbert of Sempringham Church of England Primary School, Pointon

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayNG34 0NA

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Billingborough Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayNG34 0NX

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Brown's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayNG34 0PL

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Clough and Risegate Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayPE11 4JP

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School

Primary
📍5 miles awayPE11 4TR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Cowley Academy

Secondary
📍5.3 miles awayPE11 4TF
?Not yet rated

The Morton Church of England (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayPE10 0NN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Bartholomews CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayPE11 3QJ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 40 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:40 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:6 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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