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11, Forrester Court, Robin Hood

WF3 3TX

WAKEFIELD

Current

C

71

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WAKEFIELD, WF3 3TX. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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 £616, comprising £429 for heating, £93 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £157,000.

How Does 11, Forrester Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this WAKEFIELD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £616 are approximately £1184 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 WF3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs WAKEFIELD

This property71
Average62
+15% better
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vs WF3

This property71
Average63
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £109/year less than the WAKEFIELD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Jun 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

11, Forrester Court

Robin Hood

WF3 3TX

WAKEFIELD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

70.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

179 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Jun 2014

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £296 below the WAKEFIELD average, offering good value. The WF3 postcode district contains over 11200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£157,000

29 May 2015

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£429.0/yr

Save £39/yr

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Hot Water

£93.0/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£94.0/yr

Save £47/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Robin Hood Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWF3 3BG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Carlton Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWF3 3RE

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Rodillian Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWF3 3PS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Thorpe Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF3 3DG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Clapgate Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLS10 4AW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Sharp Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLS10 4QE

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Rothwell Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLS26 0DJ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Victoria Junior School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLS26 0RA

Last inspected: May 2023

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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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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