Energy Performance Certificate
Wheatsheaf House, Main Street
PE8 5AN
PETERBOROUGH
Current
D
55
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE8 5AN. The property offers 374m² (4026 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1045, comprising £686 for heating, £278 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Wheatsheaf House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1045 are approximately £755 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 374m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 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 PE8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PETERBOROUGH
vs PE8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £375/year more than the PETERBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 Apr 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Wheatsheaf House
Main Street
Upper Benefield
PE8 5AN
PETERBOROUGH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
374.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
99 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Apr 2021
not sale or rental
About PETERBOROUGH
PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The PE8 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG, , underfloor, electric
£686.0/yr
Hot Water
£278.0/yr
Save £138/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£81.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.64 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG, , underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Gas: bottled LPG
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
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Glapthorn Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Brigstock Latham's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Weldon Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
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PrimaryPriors Hall - A Learning Community
PrimaryCorby Business Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
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PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Prince William School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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: 442 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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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.