Energy Performance Certificate
127, Torrisholme Road
LA1 2TZ
LANCASTER
Current
F
34
Potential
C
70
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,893
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,096
potential per year
This property costs approximately £93 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £797 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 2TZ. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1893, comprising £1230 for heating, £558 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 8.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2018 for £185,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 May 2018
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
44.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 44% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
127, Torrisholme Road
LA1 2TZ
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
104.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
8.8 tonnes/year
85 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
400 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in LANCASTER
LANCASTER properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LA1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
£1230 /yr
Save £333/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£558 /yr
Save £427/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
44.0% low energy
£105 /yr
Save £37/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£185,000
S
Aug 2018
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Morecambe and Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Lancaster Ryelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2016
Great Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryWillow Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
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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