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23 Upton Close, Castle Donington

DE74 2GN

DERBY

Current

C

74

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in DERBY, DE74 2GN. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1125, comprising £683 for heating, £309 for hot water, and £133 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2024 for £157,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 23 Upton Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this DERBY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1125 are approximately £675 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.7 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 DE74 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs DERBY

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs DE74

This property74
Average64
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £429/year more than the DERBY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

23 Upton Close

Castle Donington

DE74 2GN

DERBY

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

251 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 May 2024

marketed sale

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About DERBY

DERBY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in DERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DE74 postcode district contains over 4900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£157,000

11 November 2024

Type: Flat

+£27,000(+20.8%)

vs previous sale

£130,000

1 April 2019

Type: Flat

£0(0.0%)

vs previous sale

£130,000

2 October 2017

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 20.8% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£683.0/yr

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Hot Water

£309/yr

Save £46/yr

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Lighting

87.0% low energy

£133.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 87% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Orchard Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE74 2QU
?Not yet rated

St Edward's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE74 2LH

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Hemington Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE74 2RB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Castle Donington College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayDE74 2LN

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Foxbridge Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayDE74 2SN
?Not yet rated

Shardlow Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayDE72 2GR

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Diseworth Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayDE74 2QD

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Kegworth Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayDE74 2DA

Last inspected: Jan 2022

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: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 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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