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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 16, 2, Back Hamlet

IP3 8AJ

IPSWICH

Current

C

77

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in IPSWICH, IP3 8AJ. The property offers 46m² (495 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £448, comprising £232 for heating, £175 for hot water, and £41 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 16 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this IPSWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £448 are approximately £1352 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property77
Average62
+24% better
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vs IP3

This property77
Average61
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £263/year less 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(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Feb 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 16

2, Back Hamlet

IP3 8AJ

IPSWICH

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

46.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

222 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Feb 2020

rental (private)

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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 £479 below the IPSWICH average, offering good value. The IP3 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£232.0/yr

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Hot Water

£175.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£41.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, 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

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

St Helen's Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIP4 2LT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIP4 1PJ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

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

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIP4 2BT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Cliff Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIP3 0PJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Rose Hill Primary

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayIP3 8DL

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayIP4 4EU
?Not yet rated

Hillside Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayIP2 8NU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich

Primary
📍1 miles awayIP1 2AX

Last inspected: Oct 2023

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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.

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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.

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