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4, Dee Close, Sinfin

DE24 9LR

DERBY

Current

D

62

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in DERBY, DE24 9LR. The property offers 53.3m² (574 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £600, comprising £423 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £115,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 4, Dee Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this DERBY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £600 are approximately £1200 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53.3m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 DE24 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs DERBY

This property62
Average62
At average
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vs DE24

This property62
Average61
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £96/year less 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(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Dee Close

Sinfin

DE24 9LR

DERBY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

53.3

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

60 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

362 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Mar 2009

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £273 below the DERBY average, offering good value. The DE24 postcode district contains over 19800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£115,000

27 October 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£423.0/yr

Save £142/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Save £27/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Average

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Redwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDE24 9PG

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

City of Derby Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDE24 3AR

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Grampian Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDE24 9LU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Stenson Fields Primary Community School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE24 3BW

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Ash Croft Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE24 3HF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Cottons Farm Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDE24 9HG

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Gayton Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awayDE23 1GA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Ridgeway Infant School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayDE23 1GG

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

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.

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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.

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