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Energy Performance Certificate

Rectory Farm, Main Street

CB23 7QS

CAMBRIDGE

Current

C

73

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in CAMBRIDGE, CB23 7QS. The property offers 525m² (5651 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 13 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £2938, comprising £2591 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £191 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Rectory Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CAMBRIDGE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2938 annually are £1138 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 525m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 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 CB23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs CAMBRIDGE

This property73
Average66
+11% better
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vs CB23

This property73
Average66
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2278/year more than the CAMBRIDGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Sept 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

Rectory Farm

Main Street

CB23 7QS

CAMBRIDGE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

525.0

13.0 total rooms

13.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

143 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Sept 2015

marketed sale

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About CAMBRIDGE

CAMBRIDGE is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in CAMBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). Heating costs are £1931 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CB23 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2591.0/yr

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Hot Water

£156.0/yr

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Lighting

92.0% low energy

£191.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCB23 7RE

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Caldecote Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayCB23 7NX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Meridian Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayCB23 7DD

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Comberton Village College

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayCB23 7DU

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

Coton Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayCB23 7PW

Last inspected: Oct 2008

Outstanding

Dry Drayton CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayCB23 8DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Vine Inter-Church Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCB23 6DY

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Barton CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCB23 7BD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

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: 440 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:440 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:176 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.

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.

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