Energy Performance Certificate
20 Linton Close
CB8 0AE
NEWMARKET
Current
F
25
Potential
C
77
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,517
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,853
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,717 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,664 annually.
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in NEWMARKET, CB8 0AE. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (25/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4517, comprising £3723 for heating, £596 for hot water, and £198 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2024
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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
45.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 45% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
20 Linton Close
CB8 0AE
NEWMARKET
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
92.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
133 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
786 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in NEWMARKET
NEWMARKET properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CB8) 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
Electric storage heaters
£3723 /yr
Save £2204/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£596 /yr
Save £390/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
45.0% low energy
£198 /yr
Save £70/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Newmarket Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Paddocks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Louis Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Laureate Community Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Ditton Lodge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Exning Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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.
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