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Energy Performance Certificate

6 Anvil Way

CB8 8GY

Newmarket

Current

D

68

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in Newmarket, CB8 8GY. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1410, comprising £863 for heating, £313 for hot water, and £234 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 6 Anvil Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this Newmarket property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1410 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.9 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 CB8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs Newmarket

This property68
Average70
-3% below
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vs CB8

This property68
Average59
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £735/year more than the Newmarket average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Apr 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

6 Anvil Way

CB8 8GY

Newmarket

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

71.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

326 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Apr 2023

rental

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About Newmarket

Newmarket is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in Newmarket have an average EPC rating of C (score 70/100). The CB8 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£863.0/yr

Save £193/yr

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Hot Water

£313.0/yr

Save £132/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£234.0/yr

Save £98/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCB8 8PR

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Kennett Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCB8 7QQ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Christopher's CEVCP School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayIP28 8XQ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Pines Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayIP28 8WL

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Cheveley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayCB8 9DF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Louis Catholic Academy

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayCB8 7AA

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayCB8 8JE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Barrow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayIP29 5AU

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

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: 460 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:460 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:184 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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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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