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30, Bosmere Court, The Causeway

IP6 8BQ

IPSWICH

Current

C

77

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in IPSWICH, IP6 8BQ. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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%. 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, 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 £381, comprising £201 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £64,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 30, Bosmere Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this IPSWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £381 are approximately £1419 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property77
Average62
+24% better
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vs IP6

This property77
Average61
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £330/year less than the IPSWICH 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(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Dec 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

30, Bosmere Court

The Causeway

IP6 8BQ

IPSWICH

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

43.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

308 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Dec 2015

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £510 below the IPSWICH average, offering good value. The IP6 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£64,000

26 July 2019

Type: Flat

+£4,000(+6.7%)

vs previous sale

£60,000

14 July 2016

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 6.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£201.0/yr

Save £35/yr

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Hot Water

£120.0/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£60.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

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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
📍1.2 miles awayIP6 8NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayIP14 2BZ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Combs Ford Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayIP14 2PN
?Not yet rated

Cedars Park Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayIP14 5FP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Ringshall School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayIP14 2JD
?Not yet rated

Stowupland High School

Secondary
📍3.3 miles awayIP14 4BQ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Freeman Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 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: 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

Very Low Crime29 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

13 incidents (45%)

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Criminal damage

4 incidents (14%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (10%)

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bicycle theft

2 incidents (7%)

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Theft

2 incidents (7%)

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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