Energy Performance Certificate
35 Castle Mills, Melbourne
DE73 8BF
DERBY
Current
C
78
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in DERBY, DE73 8BF. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £633, comprising £344 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £76 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2024 for £177,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 35 Castle Mills Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this DERBY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £633 are approximately £1167 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 DE73 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DERBY
vs DE73
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £63/year less than the DERBY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
35 Castle Mills
Melbourne
DE73 8BF
DERBY
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
74.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
2.8 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
227 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Oct 2021
marketed sale
About DERBY
DERBY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in DERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £352 below the DERBY average, offering good value. The DE73 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£177,500
12 January 2024
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£175,000
11 April 2022
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 1.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£344.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Hot Water
£213.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£76.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Melbourne Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Melbourne Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Hardulph's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Weston-on-Trent CofE (VA) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Foxbridge Primary School
PrimarySale and Davys Church of England Primary School
PrimaryChellaston Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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: 500 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
5 incidents (29%)
violent crime
5 incidents (29%)
Public order
3 incidents (18%)
Drugs
1 incidents (6%)
Theft
1 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.