Energy Performance Certificate
Owls Rest, Poplar Farm
PE6 7YU
PETERBOROUGH
Current
C
76
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE6 7YU. The property offers 257m² (2766 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2225, comprising £1771 for heating, £210 for hot water, and £244 for lighting. The property produces 6.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Owls Rest Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2225 are close to the UK average. At 257m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PE6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PETERBOROUGH
vs PE6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1555/year more than the PETERBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Owls Rest
Poplar Farm
Willow Hall Lane
PE6 7YU
PETERBOROUGH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
257.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
6.4 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
90 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Sept 2023
marketed sale
About PETERBOROUGH
PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1101 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PE6 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
£1771.0/yr
Hot Water
£210.0/yr
Save £84/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£244.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Eye CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Lime Academy Parnwell
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Newark Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
City of Peterborough Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
PrimarySt John Fisher Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Welland Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Lime Academy Abbotsmede
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 4 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 2026Public order
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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.