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Energy Performance Certificate

25, Salmet Close

IP2 9BA

IPSWICH

Current

C

74

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in IPSWICH, IP2 9BA. The property offers 93.48m² (1006 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £606, comprising £406 for heating, £125 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2016 for £218,000.

How Does 25, Salmet Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this IPSWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £606 are approximately £1194 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93.48m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 IP2 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 IPSWICH

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs IP2

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: £105/year less than the IPSWICH 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 28 Aug 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

25, Salmet Close

IP2 9BA

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

93.48

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

191 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Aug 2009

rental (private)

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About IPSWICH

IPSWICH is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in IPSWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £305 below the IPSWICH average, offering good value. The IP2 postcode district contains over 12200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£218,000

24 June 2016

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£406.0/yr

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Hot Water

£125.0/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£75.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Halifax Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIP2 8PY

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIP2 9HN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Hillside Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIP2 8NU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayIP2 8PL

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Chantry Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayIP2 9LR

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

The Willows Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIP2 9ER

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Ranelagh Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayIP2 0AN

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

The Oaks Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayIP2 0NR

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Outstanding

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime435 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

187 incidents (43%)

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Shoplifting

59 incidents (14%)

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Public order

44 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

39 incidents (9%)

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Theft

27 incidents (6%)

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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