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Vicarage Farm Barn, Needham Road

IP6 9UA

IPSWICH

Current

B

85

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in IPSWICH, IP6 9UA. The property offers 256m² (2756 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2127, comprising £1636 for heating, £389 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Vicarage Farm Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this IPSWICH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £2127 are close to the UK average. At 256m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs IPSWICH

This property85
Average62
+37% better
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vs IP6

This property85
Average61
+39% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £1416/year more than the IPSWICH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(85 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Vicarage Farm Barn

Needham Road

Coddenham

IP6 9UA

IPSWICH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

256.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

85 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

0.9 tonnes/year

3 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

35 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 May 2025

marketed sale

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About IPSWICH

IPSWICH is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in IPSWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £925 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP6 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1636.0/yr

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Hot Water

£389.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£102.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Creeting St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayIP6 8NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Bosmere Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayIP6 8BP
?Not yet rated

Claydon Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayIP6 0DX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Claydon High School

Secondary
📍2.8 miles awayIP6 0EG

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Henley Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayIP6 0QX
?Not yet rated

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayIP14 6AF

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Witnesham Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayIP6 9EX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Somersham Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayIP8 4PN

Last inspected: Jan 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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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