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Energy Performance Certificate

154, Upper Castle Street

BD5 7RY

BRADFORD

Current

D

62

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BRADFORD, BD5 7RY. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £769, comprising £613 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 154, Upper Castle Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BRADFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £769 are approximately £1031 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.2 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 BD5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BRADFORD

This property62
Average59
+5% better
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vs BD5

This property62
Average55
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £106/year less than the BRADFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 May 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

154, Upper Castle Street

BD5 7RY

BRADFORD

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

64.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

263 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 May 2014

none of the above

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About BRADFORD

BRADFORD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in BRADFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are £262 below the BRADFORD average, offering good value. The BD5 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BRADFORD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£613.0/yr

Save £221/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

Save £27/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£67.0/yr

Save £27/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Dixons City Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayBD5 7RR

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Outstanding

St Stephen's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBD5 7HU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Bowling Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBD5 8BT
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBD5 0RB

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Bronte Girls' Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayBD4 7EB
?Not yet rated

Newby Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBD5 7DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBD5 0HD

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Dixons Trinity Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBD5 0BE

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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