Energy Performance Certificate
6, Bensley Close, Acle
NR13 3RD
NORWICH
Current
B
83
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORWICH, NR13 3RD. The property offers 156m² (1679 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air 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. 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 £1144, comprising £630 for heating, £407 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 6, Bensley Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this NORWICH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1144 are approximately £656 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 156m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 NR13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £408/year more than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 May 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Bensley Close
Acle
NR13 3RD
NORWICH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
156.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
79 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 May 2016
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About NORWICH
NORWICH is situated in Norfolk, East of England. Properties in NORWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The NR13 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£630.0/yr
Save £52/yr
Hot Water
£407.0/yr
Save £133/yr
Lighting
69.0% low energy
£107.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 69% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Acle Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryAcle Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Lingwood Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Fleggburgh CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Filby Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Cantley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
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.