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Energy Performance Certificate

121b Stricklandgate

LA9 4RF

KENDAL

Current

D

55

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in KENDAL, LA9 4RF. The property offers 56.02m² (603 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £770, comprising £394 for heating, £329 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 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 121b Stricklandgate Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this KENDAL property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £770 are approximately £1030 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 56.02m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 LA9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs KENDAL

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs LA9

This property55
Average60
-8% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £129/year less than the KENDAL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Mar 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

121b Stricklandgate

LA9 4RF

KENDAL

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

56.02

3.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

56 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

315 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Mar 2012

rental (private)

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About KENDAL

KENDAL is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in KENDAL have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £505 below the KENDAL average, offering good value. The LA9 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£394.0/yr

Save £185/yr

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Hot Water

£329.0/yr

Save £225/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Stramongate Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLA9 4BT

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Thomas's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLA9 5PP

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Ghyllside Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLA9 4JB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

The Queen Katherine School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLA9 6PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Castle Park School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLA9 6BE

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Vicarage Park CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLA9 5BP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Kirkbie Kendal School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLA9 7EQ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal

Primary
📍1 miles awayLA9 5HB
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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.

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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.

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