Energy Performance Certificate
13 SCHOOL STREET, OSSETT
WF5 9RD
OSSETT
Current
E
42
Potential
B
84
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,648
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£618
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached house is located in OSSETT, WF5 9RD. The property offers 80m² (861 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (42/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 £1648, comprising £1477 for heating, £91 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Mar 2021
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
78.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 78% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
13 SCHOOL STREET
OSSETT
WF5 9RD
OSSETT
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
80.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
4.8 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
354 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in OSSETT
OSSETT has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1477 /yr
Save £1006/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£91 /yr
Save £24/yr
💡 Lighting
78.0% low energy
£80 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Gawthorpe Community Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Orchard Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Shaw Cross Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Earlsheaton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Manor Croft Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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