Energy Performance Certificate
12 Byards Park
HG5 9BB
KNARESBOROUGH
Current
D
63
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in KNARESBOROUGH, HG5 9BB. The property offers 58m² (624 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 (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1544, comprising £1118 for heating, £318 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2024 for £178,000.
How Does 12 Byards Park Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this KNARESBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1544 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 58m² 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 HG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs KNARESBOROUGH
vs HG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £651/year more than the KNARESBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Byards Park
HG5 9BB
KNARESBOROUGH
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
58.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
4.6 tonnes/year
79 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
468 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Sept 2023
marketed sale
About KNARESBOROUGH
KNARESBOROUGH is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in KNARESBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £225 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The HG5 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£178,000
19 January 2024
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1118.0/yr
Save £489/yr
Hot Water
£318.0/yr
Save £36/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£108.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (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
St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryMeadowside Academy
PrimaryKing James's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Aspin Park Academy
PrimaryStarbeck Primary Academy
PrimaryHookstone Chase Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Scotton Lingerfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
37 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
15 incidents (19%)
Criminal damage
10 incidents (13%)
Public order
6 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
3 incidents (4%)
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.
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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.