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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

10 East Witton

DL8 4SH

LEYBURN

Current

F

36

Potential

C

80

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,992

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£880

potential per year

This property costs approximately £192 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,112 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,112 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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£23,500
Payback
~9 yrs
Current Costs
£1,992/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in LEYBURN, DL8 4SH. The property offers 124m² (1335 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1992, comprising £1746 for heating, £152 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Oct 2022

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

10 East Witton

DL8 4SH

LEYBURN

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Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

📐

Floor Area

124.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

87 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

351 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in LEYBURN

LEYBURN properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (DL8) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1746 /yr

Save £1045/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£152 /yr

Save £69/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£94 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Middleham Church of England Aided School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDL8 4QX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayDL8 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Leyburn Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayDL8 5SD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form

Secondary
📍3.5 miles awayDL8 5HY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Hunton and Arrathorne Community Primary School

Primary
📍5 miles awayDL8 1QB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍5.7 miles awayHG4 4AH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Masham CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍6.1 miles awayHG4 4EG

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Crakehall Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍6.7 miles awayDL8 1HP

Last inspected: Jul 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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