Energy Performance Certificate
5 The Covert, Comberton
CB23 7DW
CAMBRIDGE
Current
D
65
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB23 7DW. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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, 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 £1158, comprising £810 for heating, £288 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 5 The Covert Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1158 are approximately £642 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 92m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.0 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 CB23 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CAMBRIDGE
vs CB23
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £498/year more than the CAMBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
5 The Covert
Comberton
CB23 7DW
CAMBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
92.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
177 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Sept 2025
not sale or rental
About CAMBRIDGE
CAMBRIDGE is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in CAMBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). The CB23 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£810.0/yr
Save £115/yr
Hot Water
£288.0/yr
Save £52/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£60.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Meridian Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Comberton Village College
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2013
Barton CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Coton Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2008
Caldecote Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Haslingfield Endowed Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
University of Cambridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
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 2026Theft
3 incidents (20%)
Other crime
3 incidents (20%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (13%)
violent crime
2 incidents (13%)
Burglary
1 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.