Energy Performance Certificate
5 Sheepshead Lane, Harston
CB22 7QA
CAMBRIDGE
Current
B
85
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB22 7QA. The property offers 126m² (1356 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £816, comprising £634 for heating, £85 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 5 Sheepshead Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £816 are approximately £984 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 126m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 CB22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CAMBRIDGE
vs CB22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £156/year more than the CAMBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 30 Nov 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Sheepshead Lane
Harston
CB22 7QA
CAMBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
126.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
101 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Nov 2022
rental
About CAMBRIDGE
CAMBRIDGE is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in CAMBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CB22 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CAMBRIDGE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£634.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Hot Water
£85.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£97.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 270 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
Harston and Newton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Hauxton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Haslingfield Endowed Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Great and Little Shelford CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Trumpington Meadows Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Barrington CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Foxton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Trumpington Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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 2026Criminal damage
6 incidents (46%)
Anti-social behaviour
3 incidents (23%)
Public order
2 incidents (15%)
violent crime
2 incidents (15%)
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.