Energy Performance Certificate
9, Bittern Road, Costessey
NR8 5FL
NORWICH
Current
B
81
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in NORWICH, NR8 5FL. The property offers 45.89m² (494 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £285, comprising £162 for heating, £67 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2018 for £118,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 9, Bittern Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this NORWICH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £285 are approximately £1515 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45.89m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 NR8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £451/year less than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
9, Bittern Road
Costessey
NR8 5FL
NORWICH
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
45.89 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
0.9 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
101 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Mar 2012
marketed sale
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. Heating costs are £574 below the NORWICH average, offering good value. The NR8 postcode district contains over 7200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£118,000
13 September 2018
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£106,000
25 February 2016
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 11.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£162.0/yr
Hot Water
£67.0/yr
Lighting
14.0% low energy
£56.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Queen's Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Taverham VC CE Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Nightingale Infant & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryTaverham High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ormiston Victory Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
St Peter's CofE Primary Academy, Easton
PrimaryAbout 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: 374 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.