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1 Ivy Close

WF1 4AR

WAKEFIELD

Current

C

73

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in WAKEFIELD, WF1 4AR. The property offers 45m² (484 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 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 £931, comprising £679 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1 Ivy Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this WAKEFIELD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £931 are approximately £869 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 WF1 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 WAKEFIELD

This property73
Average62
+18% better
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vs WF1

This property73
Average62
+18% 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: £206/year more than the WAKEFIELD 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(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Jul 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Ivy Close

WF1 4AR

WAKEFIELD

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

45.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

193 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Jul 2023

rental

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About WAKEFIELD

WAKEFIELD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in WAKEFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WF1 postcode district contains over 17200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WAKEFIELD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£679.0/yr

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Hot Water

£166.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£86.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWF1 3SQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWF1 4QY

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Outwood Primary Academy Greenhill

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWF1 4LU
?Not yet rated

St Austin's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWF1 3PF

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Outwood Academy City Fields

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWF1 4SF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF1 4PE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF1 3JP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Newton Hill Community School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF1 2HR

Last inspected: May 2019

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime489 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

182 incidents (37%)

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Shoplifting

70 incidents (14%)

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Anti-social behaviour

50 incidents (10%)

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Public order

41 incidents (8%)

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Theft

24 incidents (5%)

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.

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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