Energy Performance Certificate
Orchard Cottage, Clovermead
DE65 6AF
Findern
Current
C
79
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in Findern, DE65 6AF. The property offers 96m² (1033 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £418, comprising £206 for heating, £136 for hot water, and £76 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Orchard Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this Findern property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £418 are approximately £1382 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DE65 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Findern
vs DE65
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £432/year less than the Findern average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Apr 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Orchard Cottage
Clovermead
Common Piece lane
DE65 6AF
Findern
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
2015
Floor Area
96.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
107 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Apr 2022
new dwelling
About Findern
Findern is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in Findern have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £644 below the Findern average, offering good value. The DE65 postcode district contains over 8000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
£206.0/yr
Hot Water
£136.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£76.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
Main Fuel
Oil: heating oil
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Findern Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Highfields Spencer Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Willington Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
Stenson Fields Primary Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Griffe Field Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Grampian Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
City of Derby Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Derby Moor Spencer Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 444 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
8 incidents (80%)
Theft
2 incidents (20%)
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. 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.