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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

12a, Lowtown

LS28 7AA

PUDSEY

Current

G

15

Potential

D

61

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,720

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£701

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This G-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,019 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Current Costs
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced flat is located in PUDSEY, LS28 7AA. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (15/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (61/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1720, comprising £1343 for heating, £334 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 7.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of G, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(15 points)

Achievable Rating

D(61 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 May 2012

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

Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

78.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 78% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

12a, Lowtown

LS28 7AA

PUDSEY

🏠

Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

59.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.0 tonnes/year

118 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

665 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in PUDSEY

PUDSEY properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LS28) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1343 /yr

Save £796/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£334 /yr

Save £227/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

78.0% low energy

£43 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Pudsey Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayLS28 7ND

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLS28 7AZ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Lowtown Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLS28 9BB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Crawshaw Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayLS28 9HU

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Pudsey Primrose Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLS28 6AB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

Greenside Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS28 8NZ

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Swinnow Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS13 4PG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Southroyd Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLS28 8AT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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
⬇️

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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