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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Long Road, Comberton

CB23 7DG

CAMBRIDGE

Current

C

69

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB23 7DG. The property offers 162m² (1744 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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 pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1327, comprising £939 for heating, £249 for hot water, and £139 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2016 for £650,000.

How Does 3, Long Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1327 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 162m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CB23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs CAMBRIDGE

This property69
Average66
+5% better
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vs CB23

This property69
Average66
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £667/year more than the CAMBRIDGE 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(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Long Road

Comberton

CB23 7DG

CAMBRIDGE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

162.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

6.2 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

154 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Nov 2013

marketed sale

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About CAMBRIDGE

CAMBRIDGE is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in CAMBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). Heating costs are £279 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CB23 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CAMBRIDGE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£650,000

24 March 2016

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£939.0/yr

Save £67/yr

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Hot Water

£249.0/yr

Save £136/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£139.0/yr

Save £65/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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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

Good

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Meridian Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCB23 7DD

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Comberton Village College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayCB23 7DU

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

Barton CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayCB23 7BD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayCB23 7RE

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Coton Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayCB23 7PW

Last inspected: Oct 2008

Outstanding

Caldecote Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayCB23 7NX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Haslingfield Endowed Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayCB23 1JW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

University of Cambridge Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayCB3 0QZ

Last inspected: Jun 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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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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