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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

4, Malting End, Wickhambrook

CB8 8YH

NEWMARKET

Current

G

14

Potential

B

83

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,267

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£736

potential per year

This property costs approximately £467 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,531 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,531 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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39,000
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Payback
~5 yrs
Current Costs
£2,267/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in NEWMARKET, CB8 8YH. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (14/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £2267, comprising £1708 for heating, £491 for hot water, and £68 for lighting. The property produces 8.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(14 points)

Achievable Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Sept 2014

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

60.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

4, Malting End

Wickhambrook

CB8 8YH

NEWMARKET

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

📐

Floor Area

76.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

8.1 tonnes/year

106 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

598 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in NEWMARKET

NEWMARKET properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CB8) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£1708 /yr

Save £1138/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£491 /yr

Save £400/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

60.0% low energy

£68 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wickhambrook Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCB8 8XN
?Not yet rated

Hundon Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayCO10 8EE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Thurlow Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍4.8 miles awayCB9 7HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Kedington Primary Academy

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayCB9 7QZ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Hartest Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayIP29 4DL

Last inspected: Sept 2021

?Special Measures

Clare Community Primary School

Primary
📍5.5 miles awayCO10 8PZ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Stour Valley Community School

Secondary
📍5.6 miles awayCO10 8PJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Cheveley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.9 miles awayCB8 9DF

Last inspected: May 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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