Energy Performance Certificate
18 Main Street, Cockerham
LA2 0EF
LANCASTER
Current
D
56
Potential
A
119
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 0EF. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (119/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1015, comprising £773 for heating, £198 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2015 for £150,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 18 Main Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this LANCASTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1015 are approximately £785 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 LA2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £213/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Main Street
Cockerham
LA2 0EF
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
52.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 119
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
69 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
408 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Oct 2021
ECO assessment
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£150,000
21 August 2015
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£773.0/yr
Save £298/yr
Hot Water
£198.0/yr
Save £99/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£44.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cockerham Parochial CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Forton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Winmarleigh Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Thurnham Glasson Christ Church, Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Scorton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2013
St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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: 492 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. 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.