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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Meadowview, School Lane

IP6 9PT

IPSWICH

Current

F

38

Potential

E

51

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,131

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£877

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £254 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Current Costs
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in IPSWICH, IP6 9PT. The property offers 73.48m² (791 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (38/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (51/100). 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. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Estimated annual energy costs are £1131, comprising £856 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 6.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(38 points)

Achievable Rating

E(51 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Aug 2009

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Timber frame, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Partial secondary glazing

Average

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

63.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 63% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Meadowview

School Lane

IP6 9PT

IPSWICH

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

73.48

3.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

6.4 tonnes/year

87 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

422 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in IPSWICH

IPSWICH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (IP6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£856 /yr

Save £238/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£217 /yr

💡 Lighting

63.0% low energy

£58 /yr

Save £16/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Henley Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayIP6 0QX
?Not yet rated

Creeting St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayIP6 8NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Claydon Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayIP6 0DX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayIP14 6AF

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Claydon High School

Secondary
📍3 miles awayIP6 0EG

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Bosmere Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayIP6 8BP
?Not yet rated

Witnesham Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayIP6 9EX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Otley Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayIP6 9NT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

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

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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

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Burglary

1 incidents (100%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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