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21 Thorpe Lane, Eagle

LN6 9DU

LINCOLN

Current

B

91

Potential

A

96

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in LINCOLN, LN6 9DU. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). 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 £1118, comprising £705 for heating, £331 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 0.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 21 Thorpe Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this LINCOLN property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1118 are approximately £682 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.4 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 LN6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property91
Average60
+52% better
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vs LINCOLN

This property91
Average63
+44% better
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vs LN6

This property91
Average63
+44% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £378/year more than the LINCOLN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(91 points)

Potential Rating

A(96 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

21 Thorpe Lane

Eagle

LN6 9DU

LINCOLN

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

43.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

91 / 100

Potential: 96

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CO₂ Emissions

0.4 tonnes/year

9 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

54 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Sept 2023

not sale or rental

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About LINCOLN

LINCOLN is situated in Lincolnshire, East Midlands. Properties in LINCOLN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The LN6 postcode district contains over 20400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LINCOLN area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£705/yr

Save £124/yr

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Hot Water

£331/yr

Save £98/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£82/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

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, 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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Eagle Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLN6 9EJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

North Scarle Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayLN6 9EY

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Thorpe on the Hill

Primary
📍2 miles awayLN6 9BN

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Swinderby All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayLN6 9LU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Queen Eleanor Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayNG23 7EQ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Witham St Hughs Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayLN6 9WF

Last inspected: Dec 2012

Outstanding

St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayLN6 0SH
?Not yet rated

Leslie Manser Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayLN6 0FB

Last inspected: Feb 2020

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 147 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:147 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:22 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime7 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (86%)

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Public order

1 incidents (14%)

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. 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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