Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 4, Dove House
PE1 1UR
PETERBOROUGH
Current
D
68
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE1 1UR. The property offers 56m² (603 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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 £1264, comprising £786 for heating, £414 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very 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 4 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1264 are approximately £536 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 56m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.7 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 PE1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PETERBOROUGH
vs PE1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £594/year more than the PETERBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 4
Dove House
St. Marys Court
PE1 1UR
PETERBOROUGH
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
56.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
0.7 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
131 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Jul 2025
non marketed sale
About PETERBOROUGH
PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The PE1 postcode district contains over 20000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PETERBOROUGH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£786.0/yr
Save £419/yr
Hot Water
£414.0/yr
Save £4/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£64.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, with external insulation
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bishop Creighton Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The Beeches Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
The King's (The Cathedral) School
All-throughLast inspected: Mar 2013
Lime Academy Abbotsmede
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St John Fisher Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
PrimaryQueen's Drive Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
West Town Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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
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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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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.