Energy Performance Certificate
Willow Cottage, Golden Valley
DE55 4ES
ALFRETON
Current
C
73
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ALFRETON, DE55 4ES. The property offers 466m² (5016 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 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 £2948, comprising £2493 for heating, £264 for hot water, and £191 for lighting. The property produces 9.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Willow Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this ALFRETON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2948 annually are £1148 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 466m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.1 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 DE55 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ALFRETON
vs DE55
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: £2192/year more than the ALFRETON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 May 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Willow Cottage
Golden Valley
Riddings
DE55 4ES
ALFRETON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
466.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
9.1 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
111 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 May 2014
FiT application
About ALFRETON
ALFRETON is situated in Derbyshire, East Midlands. Properties in ALFRETON have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1737 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DE55 postcode district contains over 18500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2493.0/yr
Save £341/yr
Hot Water
£264.0/yr
Lighting
56.0% low energy
£191.0/yr
Save £59/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Riddings Junior School
PrimaryRiddings Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
The Ripley Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Waingroves Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Jacksdale Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
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: 67 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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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.