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Energy Performance Certificate

24 Hilltop Close, Eagle

LN6 9HG

LINCOLN

Current

C

74

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in LINCOLN, LN6 9HG. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £1462, comprising £1092 for heating, £230 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2025 for £225,000.

How Does 24 Hilltop Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LINCOLN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1462 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.2 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 LN6 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 LINCOLN

This property74
Average63
+17% better
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vs LN6

This property74
Average63
+17% 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: £722/year more than the LINCOLN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Mar 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 Hilltop Close

Eagle

LN6 9HG

LINCOLN

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

82.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

122 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Mar 2024

marketed sale

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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. Heating costs are £352 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LN6 postcode district contains over 20400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£225,000

RECENT

20 June 2025

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1092/yr

Save £402/yr

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Hot Water

£230/yr

Save £98/yr

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Lighting

73.0% low energy

£140/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 73% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Eagle Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLN6 9EJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

North Scarle Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayLN6 9EY

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayLN6 9BN

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Queen Eleanor Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayNG23 7EQ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Swinderby All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayLN6 9LU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Witham St Hughs Academy

Primary
📍3.2 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: 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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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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