Energy Performance Certificate
The Old Forge, Silver Street
CB9 7QG
HAVERHILL
Current
D
58
Potential
D
61
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HAVERHILL, CB9 7QG. The property offers 88.46m² (952 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Estimated annual energy costs are £1485, comprising £1232 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 7.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does The Old Forge Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this HAVERHILL property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1485 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 88.46m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 7.6 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 CB9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HAVERHILL
vs CB9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £818/year more than the HAVERHILL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Mar 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
The Old Forge
Silver Street
Kedington
CB9 7QG
HAVERHILL
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
88.46 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 61
CO₂ Emissions
7.6 tonnes/year
46 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
238 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Mar 2012
marketed sale
About HAVERHILL
HAVERHILL is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in HAVERHILL have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £565 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CB9 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties. Like many HAVERHILL properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1232.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Hot Water
£124.0/yr
Lighting
29.0% low energy
£129.0/yr
Save £54/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), thatched
Windows
Mostly secondary glazing
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kedington Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Coupals Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Westfield Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Samuel Ward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
New Cangle Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hundon Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Place Farm Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Castle Manor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
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: 500 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
2 incidents (40%)
Theft
1 incidents (20%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (20%)
Other crime
1 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.