Energy Performance Certificate
4 Hercules Road
NR6 5HH
NORWICH
Current
D
63
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NORWICH, NR6 5HH. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), 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 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 £1854, comprising £1429 for heating, £297 for hot water, and £128 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2024 for £258,000.
How Does 4 Hercules Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this NORWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1854 are close to the UK average. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.4 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 NR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1118/year more than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
4 Hercules Road
NR6 5HH
NORWICH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
101.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
246 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Feb 2024
marketed sale
About NORWICH
NORWICH is situated in Norfolk, East of England. Properties in NORWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £693 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NR6 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NORWICH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£258,000
4 October 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1429.0/yr
Save £267/yr
Hot Water
£297.0/yr
Save £155/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£128.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Kinsale Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Kinsale Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Hellesdon High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Heather Avenue Infant School
PrimaryMile Cross Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2017
Firside Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Catton Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2015
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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
66 incidents (46%)
Anti-social behaviour
17 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
16 incidents (11%)
Shoplifting
12 incidents (8%)
Public order
10 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.
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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.