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Energy Performance Certificate

31, Highfield Road, Littleover

DE23 1DH

DERBY

Current

D

67

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in DERBY, DE23 1DH. The property offers 114m² (1227 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1000, comprising £758 for heating, £137 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2019 for £305,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 31, Highfield Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this DERBY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1000 are approximately £800 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 114m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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 DE23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs DERBY

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs DE23

This property67
Average57
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £304/year more than the DERBY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Dec 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

31, Highfield Road

Littleover

DE23 1DH

DERBY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

114.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

196 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Dec 2015

marketed sale

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About DERBY

DERBY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in DERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The DE23 postcode district contains over 19500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£305,000

17 May 2019

Type: Detached

+£78,500(+34.7%)

vs previous sale

£226,500

29 April 2016

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 34.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£758.0/yr

Save £79/yr

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Hot Water

£137.0/yr

Save £48/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£105.0/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDE23 1GG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ridgeway Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDE23 1GG

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Gayton Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE23 1GA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Derby Moor Spencer Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayDE23 2FS

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE23 3ES

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE23 6FZ
?Not yet rated

Griffe Field Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDE23 3UQ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

Akaal Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDE23 8DG
?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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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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