Energy Performance Certificate
18 Austin Road
WF10 3NN
CASTLEFORD
Current
B
89
Potential
A
92
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in CASTLEFORD, WF10 3NN. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1005, comprising £778 for heating, £150 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 18 Austin Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this CASTLEFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1005 are approximately £795 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WF10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CASTLEFORD
vs WF10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 89/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £376/year more than the CASTLEFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Austin Road
WF10 3NN
CASTLEFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
64.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
89 / 100
Potential: 92
CO₂ Emissions
1.7 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Jul 2025
Non-grant scheme (e.g. MEES)
About CASTLEFORD
CASTLEFORD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in CASTLEFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WF10 postcode district contains over 22300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CASTLEFORD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£778.0/yr
Save £74/yr
Hot Water
£150.0/yr
Lighting
57.0% low energy
£77.0/yr
Save £30/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oyster Park Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Airedale Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Airedale Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Airedale Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Glasshoughton Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Castleford Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
77 incidents (41%)
Anti-social behaviour
32 incidents (17%)
Criminal damage
16 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
16 incidents (8%)
Public order
14 incidents (7%)
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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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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.