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Energy Performance Certificate

3, School Street, Needham Market

IP6 8BB

IPSWICH

Current

D

59

Potential

D

59

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in IPSWICH, IP6 8BB. The property offers 84.64m² (911 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £886, comprising £725 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3, School Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this IPSWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £886 are approximately £914 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.5 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 IP6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs IPSWICH

This property59
Average62
-5% below
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vs IP6

This property59
Average61
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £175/year more than the IPSWICH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

D(59 points)

Based on assessment dated 16 Aug 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, School Street

Needham Market

IP6 8BB

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

84.64

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 59

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CO₂ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

262 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Aug 2011

marketed sale

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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). The IP6 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties. Like many IPSWICH properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£725.0/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£56.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bosmere Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayIP6 8BP
?Not yet rated

Creeting St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP6 8NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayIP14 2BZ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Combs Ford Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayIP14 2PN
?Not yet rated

Ringshall School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayIP14 2JD
?Not yet rated

Cedars Park Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayIP14 5FP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Stowupland High School

Secondary
📍3.4 miles awayIP14 4BQ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Freeman Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayIP14 4BQ
?Not yet rated

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: 471 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:471 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:189 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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