Energy Performance Certificate
1 Squirrel Chase
LA1 5BF
LANCASTER
Current
C
73
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 5BF. The property offers 194m² (2088 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1703, comprising £1390 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 1 Squirrel Chase Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1703 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 194m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LA1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA1
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: £901/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Squirrel Chase
LA1 5BF
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
194.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
5.7 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
166 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 May 2025
marketed sale
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £588 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LA1 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1390.0/yr
Hot Water
£163.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£150.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, 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
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Bowerham Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Willow Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2012
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: 165 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.