Energy Performance Certificate
Barn Close House, Matlock Road
S42 7LH
CHESTERFIELD
Current
D
66
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHESTERFIELD, S42 7LH. The property offers 194m² (2088 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1874, comprising £1562 for heating, £194 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Barn Close House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHESTERFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1874 are close to the UK average. At 194m², 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 S42 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHESTERFIELD
vs S42
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1136/year more than the CHESTERFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Barn Close House
Matlock Road
Walton
S42 7LH
CHESTERFIELD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
194.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
82 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Aug 2021
marketed sale
About CHESTERFIELD
CHESTERFIELD is situated in Sheffield, East Midlands. Properties in CHESTERFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £824 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The S42 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1562.0/yr
Hot Water
£194/yr
Save £95/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£118.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
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
Walton Holymoorside Primary School
PrimaryBrookfield Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Deer Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Westfield Infant School
PrimaryOld Hall Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Walton Peak Flying High Academy
PrimaryWilliam Rhodes Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryHunloke Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 9 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.