Energy Performance Certificate
Dove Barn, Vicarage Lane
DE21 5EA
DERBY
Current
B
82
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DERBY, DE21 5EA. The property offers 313m² (3369 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2565, comprising £2261 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £166 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Dove Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this DERBY property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2565 annually are £765 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 313m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DE21 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DERBY
vs DE21
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1869/year more than the DERBY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Oct 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Dove Barn
Vicarage Lane
Little Eaton
DE21 5EA
DERBY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
313.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
102 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Oct 2021
marketed sale
About DERBY
DERBY is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in DERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1565 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DE21 postcode district contains over 16900 registered properties. Like many DERBY properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG, Electric underfloor heating
£2261.0/yr
Hot Water
£138.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£166.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG, Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
LPG (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
Little Eaton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Breadsall CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Ecclesbourne School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
The Curzon CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Portway Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Portway Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School
PrimaryAllestree Woodlands School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 221 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
3 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (22%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (11%)
Theft
1 incidents (11%)
Public order
1 incidents (11%)
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.