Energy Performance Certificate
2, Oakham Close
DE21 4DE
DERBY
Current
F
33
Potential
C
73
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,500
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£837
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in DERBY, DE21 4DE. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1500, comprising £1151 for heating, £254 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2021 for £130,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Apr 2014
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
2, Oakham Close
DE21 4DE
DERBY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
74.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.2 tonnes/year
84 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
447 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in DERBY
DERBY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (DE21) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
£1151 /yr
Save £438/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£254 /yr
Save £180/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy
£95 /yr
Save £45/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£130,000
S
Nov 2021
£91,500
S
Jul 2016
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Da Vinci Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Breadsall Hill Top Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Roe Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Beaufort Community Primary School
PrimaryDerwent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Parkview Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Breadsall CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Cavendish Close Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
102 incidents (44%)
Anti-social behaviour
25 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
18 incidents (8%)
Theft
15 incidents (6%)
Public order
15 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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