Energy Performance Certificate
4, Commons Drive, Hampton Vale
PE7 8ES
PETERBOROUGH
Current
C
71
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8ES. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1015, comprising £716 for heating, £153 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 4, Commons Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1015 are approximately £785 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 145m², 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 PE7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PETERBOROUGH
vs PE7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £345/year more than the PETERBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 29 Jun 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
4, Commons Drive
Hampton Vale
PE7 8ES
PETERBOROUGH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
145.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
4.6 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
180 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Jun 2020
rental (private)
About PETERBOROUGH
PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The PE7 postcode district contains over 20000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£716.0/yr
Save £59/yr
Hot Water
£153.0/yr
Save £76/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£146.0/yr
Save £49/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hampton Vale Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hampton College
All-throughLast inspected: Jun 2023
St John Henry Newman Catholic VA Primary School
PrimaryHampton Gardens Secondary School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Hampton Hargate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2015
Fourfields Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Hampton Lakes Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
77 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (19%)
Public order
10 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
10 incidents (6%)
Theft
7 incidents (4%)
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.