Energy Performance Certificate
26, Mill Road
CB9 8BD
HAVERHILL
Current
F
37
Potential
B
90
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,236
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£460
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This terraced house is located in HAVERHILL, CB9 8BD. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1236, comprising £1014 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 7.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2022 for £190,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Feb 2017
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
83.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
26, Mill Road
CB9 8BD
HAVERHILL
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
48.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.5 tonnes/year
155 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
879 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in HAVERHILL
HAVERHILL properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CB9) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1014 /yr
Save £673/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£177 /yr
Save £103/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
83.0% low energy
£45 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£190,000
T
Oct 2022
£130,000
T
Mar 2017
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Place Farm Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Castle Manor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
New Cangle Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Clements Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Westfield Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Burton End Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Samuel Ward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 471 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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