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55 Cowslip Meadow, Draycott

DE72 3XG

DERBY

Current

C

73

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in DERBY, DE72 3XG. The property offers 56m² (603 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1047, comprising £639 for heating, £364 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 55 Cowslip Meadow Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this DERBY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1047 are approximately £753 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 56m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.7 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 DE72 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs DERBY

This property73
Average62
+18% better
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vs DE72

This property73
Average58
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £351/year more than the DERBY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

55 Cowslip Meadow

Draycott

DE72 3XG

DERBY

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

56.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

125 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Oct 2025

Stock condition survey

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About DERBY

DERBY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in DERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DE72 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£639.0/yr

Save £241/yr

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Hot Water

£364.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£44.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Draycott Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDE72 3NH

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Firfield Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayDE72 3EG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Risley Lower Grammar CE (VC) Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayDE72 3SU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Sawley Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayNG10 3DQ
?Not yet rated

Sawley Junior School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayNG10 3DQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Ashbrook Infant School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayDE72 3HF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Ashbrook Junior School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayDE72 3HF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Dovedale Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayNG10 3HU

Last inspected: Feb 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 305 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:305 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:46 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime29 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

12 incidents (41%)

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Anti-social behaviour

5 incidents (17%)

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Shoplifting

5 incidents (17%)

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Theft

2 incidents (7%)

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Burglary

1 incidents (3%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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