Energy Performance Certificate
5 Vicarage Close, Costessey
NR8 5DL
NORWICH
Current
C
69
Potential
C
72
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORWICH, NR8 5DL. The property offers 159m² (1711 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1784, comprising £1472 for heating, £238 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2016 for £348,500.
How Does 5 Vicarage Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this NORWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1784 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 159m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 NR8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1048/year more than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 18 Aug 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Vicarage Close
Costessey
NR8 5DL
NORWICH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
159.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 72
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
165 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
18 Aug 2025
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 £736 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NR8 postcode district contains over 7200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£348,500
25 February 2016
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1472.0/yr
Hot Water
£238.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£74.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Ormiston Victory Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
Drayton CofE Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Costessey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryDrayton Community Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Taverham VC CE Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Hellesdon High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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: 165 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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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.