Energy Performance Certificate
16, Hall Orchard Lane, Welbourn
LN5 0NG
LINCOLN
Current
F
31
Potential
D
68
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,990
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,162
potential per year
This property costs approximately £190 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £828 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 LINCOLN, LN5 0NG. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (68/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1990, comprising £1712 for heating, £219 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 7.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2024 for £255,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Dec 2017
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
Timber frame, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
16, Hall Orchard Lane
Welbourn
LN5 0NG
LINCOLN
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
86.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.6 tonnes/year
89 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
526 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in LINCOLN
LINCOLN properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LN5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1712 /yr
Save £714/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£219 /yr
Save £118/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to D could add significant value.
£255,000
S
Aug 2024
£170,000
S
Feb 2018
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Welbourn Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Leadenham Church of England Academy
PrimaryNavenby Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Brant Broughton Church of England and Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Cranwell Primary School (Foundation)
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
Coleby Church of England (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Caythorpe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 111 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (67%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (33%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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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