Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1a, 5 Borders Avenue
NG17 8HS
Nottingham
Current
C
74
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in Nottingham, NG17 8HS. The property offers 124m² (1335 sq ft) of spacious living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1562, comprising £1215 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £156 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 1a Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this Nottingham property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1562 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 124m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NG17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Nottingham
vs NG17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1119/year more than the Nottingham average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1a
5 Borders Avenue
Kirkby-In-Ashfield
NG17 8HS
Nottingham
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
124.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
178 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Feb 2024
marketed sale
About Nottingham
Nottingham is situated in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Properties in Nottingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 78/100). Heating costs are £772 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NG17 postcode district contains over 25200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Nottingham area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1215.0/yr
Save £256/yr
Hot Water
£191.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£156.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity and internal insulation
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Ashfield Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Greenwood Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School
PrimarySutton Community Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Orchard Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Croft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
The West Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 500 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
87 incidents (37%)
Anti-social behaviour
42 incidents (18%)
Shoplifting
37 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
20 incidents (8%)
Theft
10 incidents (4%)
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.