Energy Performance Certificate
1 Overtown Court, The Balk
WF2 6JX
WAKEFIELD
Current
A
94
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in WAKEFIELD, WF2 6JX. The property offers 252m² (2713 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £1288, comprising £1094 for heating, £65 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 1 Overtown Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this WAKEFIELD property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1288 are approximately £512 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 252m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.7 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 WF2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WAKEFIELD
vs WF2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £563/year more than the WAKEFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Feb 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Overtown Court
The Balk
Walton
WF2 6JX
WAKEFIELD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
252.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
94 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
57 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Feb 2020
marketed sale
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. Heating costs are £369 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WF2 postcode district contains over 18900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1094.0/yr
Hot Water
£65.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£129.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Walton Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Crofton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Kettlethorpe High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Crofton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Crofton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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: 404 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.