Energy Performance Certificate
8, Briars Way
DE5 3PZ
RIPLEY
Current
C
72
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in RIPLEY, DE5 3PZ. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £747, comprising £591 for heating, £84 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2020 for £240,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 8, Briars Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this RIPLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £747 are approximately £1053 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 DE5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs RIPLEY
vs DE5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £35/year less than the RIPLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Aug 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
8, Briars Way
DE5 3PZ
RIPLEY
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
101.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
190 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Aug 2019
rental (private)
About RIPLEY
RIPLEY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in RIPLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DE5 postcode district contains over 7700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£240,000
14 February 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£151,000
30 September 2016
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 58.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£591.0/yr
Save £57/yr
Hot Water
£84.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£72.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ripley Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Ripley Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Lons Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
The Ripley Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Waingroves Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Street Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
85 incidents (45%)
Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
20 incidents (11%)
Public order
17 incidents (9%)
Drugs
15 incidents (8%)
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.