Energy Performance Certificate
9 PRESTON CLOSE, FREETHORPE
NR13 3XB
NORWICH
Current
D
63
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NORWICH, NR13 3XB. The property offers 60m² (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £947, comprising £682 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate 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 9 PRESTON CLOSE Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this NORWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £947 are approximately £853 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 60m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 4.4 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 NR13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £211/year more than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Oct 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
9 PRESTON CLOSE
FREETHORPE
NORWICH
NR13 3XB
NORWICH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
60.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
73 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
435 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Oct 2020
rental
About NORWICH
NORWICH is situated in Norfolk, East of England. Properties in NORWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The NR13 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£682.0/yr
Save £284/yr
Hot Water
£191.0/yr
Save £89/yr
Lighting
70.0% low energy
£74.0/yr
Save £17/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 70% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Cantley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Reedham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Lingwood Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Acle Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryAcle Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Thurlton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Moorlands CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
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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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.