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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 2, The Castle

DE55 7DR

ALFRETON

Current

D

65

Potential

D

65

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in ALFRETON, DE55 7DR. The property offers 37m² (398 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £795, comprising £548 for heating, £207 for hot water, and £40 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Flat 2 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this ALFRETON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £795 are approximately £1005 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 37m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 DE55 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs ALFRETON

This property65
Average62
+5% better
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vs DE55

This property65
Average61
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £39/year more than the ALFRETON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

D(65 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Nov 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2

The Castle

11 High Street

DE55 7DR

ALFRETON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

37.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 65

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

83 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

492 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Nov 2022

rental

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About ALFRETON

ALFRETON is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in ALFRETON have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £208 below the ALFRETON average, offering good value. The DE55 postcode district contains over 18500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ALFRETON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£548.0/yr

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Hot Water

£207.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£40.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Flat, insulated

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

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

Croft Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDE55 7BW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Copthorne Community Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDE55 7FF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Woodbridge Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDE55 7JA

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

David Nieper Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDE55 7JA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDE55 7EN

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Leys Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDE55 7HA

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Somercotes Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDE55 4LY

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Somerlea Park Junior School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayDE55 4JE

Last inspected: Jan 2022

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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