Energy Performance Certificate
21, Buller Road
IP16 4HA
LEISTON
Current
D
66
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LEISTON, IP16 4HA. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £709, comprising £573 for heating, £72 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2019 for £198,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 21, Buller Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this LEISTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £709 are approximately £1091 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 IP16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEISTON
vs IP16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £10/year less than the LEISTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Sept 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
21, Buller Road
IP16 4HA
LEISTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
82.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
208 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Sept 2012
marketed sale
About LEISTON
LEISTON is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in LEISTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The IP16 postcode district contains over 3000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£198,000
4 November 2019
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£160,000
26 February 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 23.8% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£573.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Hot Water
£72.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Lighting
60.0% low energy
£64.0/yr
Save £18/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Leiston Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Alde Valley Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Coldfair Green Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Middleton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Benhall St Mary's Church of England Primary School
PrimarySaxmundham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Set Saxmundham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 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.