Energy Performance Certificate
525A, Wherstead Road
IP2 8LW
Ipswich
Current
A
94
Potential
A
96
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Ipswich, IP2 8LW. The property offers 287m² (3089 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1320, comprising £1035 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 0.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 525A Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this Ipswich property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1320 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 287m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Ipswich
vs IP2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £831/year more than the Ipswich average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
525A
Wherstead Road
Suffolk
IP2 8LW
Ipswich
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
287.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN 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
94 / 100
Potential: 96
CO₂ Emissions
0.2 tonnes/year
0 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
10 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Oct 2025
new dwelling
About Ipswich
Ipswich is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in Ipswich have an average EPC rating of C (score 77/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £546 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP2 postcode district contains over 12200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1035.0/yr
Hot Water
£177.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£108.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Halifax Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Hillside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The Willows Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Cliff Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Piper's Vale Primary - A Paradigm Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Chantry Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
56 incidents (41%)
Criminal damage
19 incidents (14%)
Public order
13 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
13 incidents (9%)
Theft
9 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.