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18 Clay Close

WF2 9DP

Wakefield

Current

C

77

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in Wakefield, WF2 9DP. The property offers 80m² (861 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £538, comprising £372 for heating, £111 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £65,000.

How Does 18 Clay Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this Wakefield property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £538 are approximately £1262 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 WF2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs Wakefield

This property77
Average67
+15% better
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vs WF2

This property77
Average61
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £41/year more than the Wakefield average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 May 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 Clay Close

WF2 9DP

Wakefield

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

80.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

148 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 May 2021

rental

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About Wakefield

Wakefield is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in Wakefield have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). The WF2 postcode district contains over 18900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£65,000

29 May 2015

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£372.0/yr

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Hot Water

£111.0/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF2 9DD

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

St Michael's CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWF2 9JA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWF2 8AA

Last inspected: Jun 2017

Outstanding

Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWF2 0BT

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWF2 0AS

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF5 9AN

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Ossett South Parade Primary

Primary
📍1 miles awayWF5 0DZ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Towngate Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWF5 0QA

Last inspected: Jul 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
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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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Area Safety

Higher Crime260 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

118 incidents (45%)

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Shoplifting

22 incidents (8%)

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Anti-social behaviour

21 incidents (8%)

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Public order

21 incidents (8%)

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Theft

16 incidents (6%)

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.

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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