Energy Performance Certificate
12 Beckside, Caton
LA2 9RN
LANCASTER
Current
A
105
Potential
A
109
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached bungalow is located in LANCASTER, LA2 9RN. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of A (105/100), 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, 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 £749, comprising £604 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £49 for lighting.
How Does 12 Beckside Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 105/100, this LANCASTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £749 are approximately £1051 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LA2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 105/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £53/year less than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 14 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Beckside
Caton
LA2 9RN
LANCASTER
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
41.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
105 / 100
Potential: 109
CO₂ Emissions
-0.2 tonnes/year
-5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-38 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 May 2024
ECO assessment
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. The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LANCASTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£604.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Hot Water
£96.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£49.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no 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
Caton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Caton St Paul's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Quernmore Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Nether Kellet Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Central Lancaster High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Castle View Primary Academy
PrimaryLancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
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: 500 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.