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Energy Performance Certificate

Emes Barn, Mercaston

DE6 3BL

ASHBOURNE

Current

C

76

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ASHBOURNE, DE6 3BL. The property offers 373m² (4015 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £2820, comprising £2296 for heating, £219 for hot water, and £305 for lighting. The property produces 8.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Emes Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this ASHBOURNE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2820 annually are £1020 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 373m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.8 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 DE6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs ASHBOURNE

This property76
Average58
+31% better
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vs DE6

This property76
Average56
+36% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1701/year more than the ASHBOURNE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Aug 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Emes Barn

Mercaston

DE6 3BL

ASHBOURNE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

373.0

10.0 total rooms

10.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

8.8 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

101 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Aug 2024

marketed sale

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About ASHBOURNE

ASHBOURNE is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in ASHBOURNE have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1177 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DE6 postcode district contains over 9400 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 underfloor heating, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil

£2296.0/yr

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Hot Water

£219.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£305.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Very 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 underfloor heating, oil, 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

Mugginton CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDE6 4PL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Brailsford CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDE6 3BY

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Kirk Langley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayDE6 4LQ

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Turnditch Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayDE56 2LH

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Long Lane Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayDE6 5BJ
?Not yet rated

Hulland CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayDE6 3FS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

The Curzon CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayDE22 5JA

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Bradley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayDE6 1PG

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 422 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:422 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:169 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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