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12, Bitholmes Gate, Wharncliffe Side

S35 0EF

SHEFFIELD

Current

D

65

Potential

D

66

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in SHEFFIELD, S35 0EF. The property offers 55.79m² (601 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £583, comprising £454 for heating, £75 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 12, Bitholmes Gate Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this SHEFFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £583 are approximately £1217 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55.79m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 S35 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs SHEFFIELD

This property65
Average61
+7% better
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vs S35

This property65
Average59
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £151/year less than the SHEFFIELD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

D(66 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Jan 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Bitholmes Gate

Wharncliffe Side

S35 0EF

SHEFFIELD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

55.79

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 66

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

47 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

245 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jan 2012

rental (social)

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About SHEFFIELD

SHEFFIELD is situated in Sheffield, East Midlands. Properties in SHEFFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £280 below the SHEFFIELD average, offering good value. The S35 postcode district contains over 11600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£454.0/yr

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Hot Water

£75.0/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Save £21/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wharncliffe Side Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayS35 0DD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Oughtibridge Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayS35 0HG
?Not yet rated

Deepcar St John's Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayS36 2TE

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Royd Nursery and Infant School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayS36 2PR

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Bradfield School

Secondary
📍2 miles awayS35 0AE

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Stocksbridge Junior School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayS36 1AS
?Not yet rated

Grenoside Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayS35 8QB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Stocksbridge High School

Secondary
📍2.4 miles awayS36 1FD

Last inspected: May 2022

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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime8 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (75%)

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Theft

1 incidents (13%)

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Other crime

1 incidents (13%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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