Energy Performance Certificate
APRIL LODGE, BOSTON ROAD
NG34 9JF
SLEAFORD
Current
B
88
Potential
A
97
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SLEAFORD, NG34 9JF. The property offers 275m² (2960 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (97/100). 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 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, 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 £2112, comprising £1791 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does APRIL LODGE Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this SLEAFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £2112 are close to the UK average. At 275m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.2 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 NG34 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SLEAFORD
vs NG34
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1320/year more than the SLEAFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Mar 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
APRIL LODGE
BOSTON ROAD
HECKINGTON
NG34 9JF
SLEAFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
275.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 97
CO₂ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
65 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Mar 2021
RHI application
About SLEAFORD
SLEAFORD is situated in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Properties in SLEAFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £999 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NG34 postcode district contains over 15500 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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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1791/yr
Hot Water
£190/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£131/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Heckington St Andrew's Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Helpringham School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
William Alvey School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2017
Church Lane Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2014
Carre's Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St George's Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 260 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.