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Martins Place, 93 Main Street

IP26 4LN

Thetford

Current

D

68

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in Thetford, IP26 4LN. The property offers 227m² (2443 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. 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 (71/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £2266, comprising £1878 for heating, £274 for hot water, and £114 for lighting. The property produces 8.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Martins Place Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this Thetford property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2266 are close to the UK average. At 227m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.3 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs Thetford

This property68
Average67
+1% better
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vs IP26

This property68
Average51
+33% better

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: £1397/year more than the Thetford average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Martins Place

93 Main Street

Hockwold cum Wilton

IP26 4LN

Thetford

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

227.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

8.3 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

147 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Jun 2024

new dwelling

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About Thetford

Thetford is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in Thetford have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). Heating costs are £1009 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP26 postcode district contains over 3100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1878.0/yr

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Hot Water

£274.0/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£114.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.54 W/m-¦K

Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.39 W/m-¦K

Average
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

Oil: heating oil

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Edmund de Moundeford VC Primary School, Feltwell

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayIP26 4DB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Breckland School

Secondary
📍2.9 miles awayIP27 0PE

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Weeting Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayIP27 0QQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Lakenheath Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayIP27 9DU

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Forest Academy

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayIP27 0FP

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Glade Academy

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayIP27 0DA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Duchy of Lancaster Methwold CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayIP26 4PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Iceni Academy

All-through
📍4.4 miles awayIP26 4PE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 463 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:463 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:185 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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