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Barn House, Westerfield Road

IP6 9AG

IPSWICH

Current

C

79

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in IPSWICH, IP6 9AG. The property offers 350m² (3767 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2843, comprising £2338 for heating, £211 for hot water, and £294 for lighting. The property produces 9.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Barn House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this IPSWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2843 annually are £1043 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 350m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs IP6

This property79
Average61
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2132/year more than the IPSWICH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Aug 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Barn House

Westerfield Road

Westerfield

IP6 9AG

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

350.0

10.0 total rooms

10.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

9.0 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

78 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Aug 2023

not sale or rental

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About IPSWICH

IPSWICH is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in IPSWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1627 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP6 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£2338.0/yr

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Hot Water

£211.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£294.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Northgate High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayIP4 3DL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Rushmere Hall Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayIP4 3EJ
?Not yet rated

Dale Hall Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayIP1 4LX

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Castle Hill Junior School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP1 6QD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Castle Hill Infant School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP1 6QD

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Sidegate Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayIP4 4JD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Ormiston Endeavour Academy

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayIP1 6SG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayIP4 4LE

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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