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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Old Methodist Chapel, Dowsdale

PE6 0NF

PETERBOROUGH

Current

G

5

Potential

C

73

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,015

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£800

potential per year

This property costs approximately £215 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,215 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,215 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£28,000
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£2,015/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £1005/yrPayback: ~3 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
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2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
3
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
4
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1215/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
5
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Solar Panels + Battery

Your bungalow is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.

Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost
6
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached bungalow is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE6 0NF. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (5/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £2015, comprising £1698 for heating, £254 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 7.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(5 points)

Achievable Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Jun 2014

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

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Old Methodist Chapel

Dowsdale

PE6 0NF

PETERBOROUGH

🏠

Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.4 tonnes/year

153 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

862 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in PETERBOROUGH

PETERBOROUGH properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PE6) 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

Room heaters, electric

£1698 /yr

Save £1005/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£254 /yr

Save £182/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£63 /yr

Save £28/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shepeau Stow Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayPE12 0TX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

South View Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayPE6 0JA

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

The Gedney Hill Church of England VC Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayPE12 0NL

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

The Duke of Bedford Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayPE6 0ST

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Moulton Chapel Primary School

Primary
📍4.8 miles awayPE12 0XJ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

The Cowbit St Mary's (Endowed) CofE Primary

Primary
📍5 miles awayPE12 6AE

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Alderman Payne Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayPE13 4JA

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Newborough CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.8 miles awayPE6 7RG

Last inspected: Jul 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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