Energy Performance Certificate
Highfields Farm, Longford
DE6 3DE
ASHBOURNE
Current
A
95
Potential
A
107
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ASHBOURNE, DE6 3DE. The property offers 206m² (2217 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (95/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1664, comprising £1366 for heating, £179 for hot water, and £119 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Highfields Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 95/100, this ASHBOURNE property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1664 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 206m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 DE6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ASHBOURNE
vs DE6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 95/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £545/year more than the ASHBOURNE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Sept 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Highfields Farm
Longford
DE6 3DE
ASHBOURNE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
206.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
95 / 100
Potential: 107
CO₂ Emissions
1.4 tonnes/year
7 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
53 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Sept 2015
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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 £247 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DE6 postcode district contains over 9400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ASHBOURNE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, radiators, electric
£1366.0/yr
Save £51/yr
Hot Water
£179.0/yr
Lighting
76.0% low energy
£119.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 76% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Longford CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Church Broughton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Long Lane Church of England Primary School
PrimaryBrailsford CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Heath Fields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Sudbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hilton Spencer Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
John Port Spencer Academy
SecondaryLast 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: 423 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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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.