Energy Performance Certificate
Blackberry Cottage, Primrose Farm Barns
NR11 8QR
NORWICH
Current
D
55
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORWICH, NR11 8QR. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (103/100). 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 £1553, comprising £1107 for heating, £367 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Blackberry Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this NORWICH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1553 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 123m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NR11 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORWICH
vs NR11
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £817/year more than the NORWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Feb 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
Blackberry Cottage
Primrose Farm Barns
Back Lane, Roughton
NR11 8QR
NORWICH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
INVALID!
Floor Area
123.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
4.7 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
244 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Feb 2018
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). Heating costs are £371 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NR11 postcode district contains over 7000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1107.0/yr
Save £529/yr
Hot Water
£367.0/yr
Save £260/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£79.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, 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
St. Mary's (Endowed) CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Northrepps Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Cromer Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Cromer Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Aldborough Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Gresham Village School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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: 308 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (67%)
Theft
1 incidents (33%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.