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Energy Performance Certificate

70 Wilkins Drive

DE24 8LU

DERBY

Current

D

55

Potential

D

65

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in DERBY, DE24 8LU. The property offers 270m² (2906 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 14 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £2624, comprising £2309 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 16.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high 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 70 Wilkins Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this DERBY property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2624 annually are £824 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 270m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 16.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DE24 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs DERBY

This property55
Average62
-11% below
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vs DE24

This property55
Average61
-10% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1928/year more than the DERBY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

D(65 points)

Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

70 Wilkins Drive

DE24 8LU

DERBY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

270.0

14.0 total rooms

14.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 65

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CO₂ Emissions

16.0 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

343 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Feb 2014

rental (social)

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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). Heating costs are £1613 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DE24 postcode district contains over 19800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£2309.0/yr

Save £257/yr

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Hot Water

£154.0/yr

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Lighting

62.0% low energy

£161.0/yr

Save £44/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, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 62% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Landau Forte Academy Moorhead

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDE24 0AN

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Alvaston Moor Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDE24 0AN
?Not yet rated

Allenton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE24 9BB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Wyndham Spencer Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE24 0EP

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Ashwood Spencer Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDE24 8FT

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Oakwood Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDE24 0DD
?Not yet rated

Oakwood Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDE24 0GZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Lakeside Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDE24 8UY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 333 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:333 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:50 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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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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