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1a Sycamore Terrace

YO30 7DN

YORK

Current

D

62

Potential

D

62

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in YORK, YO30 7DN. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £772, comprising £641 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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 1a Sycamore Terrace Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this YORK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £772 are approximately £1028 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.9 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 YO30 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 YORK

This property62
Average61
+2% better
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vs YO30

This property62
Average61
+2% 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: £61/year less than the YORK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(62 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Aug 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a Sycamore Terrace

YO30 7DN

YORK

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

72.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 62

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

54 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

323 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Aug 2010

rental (private)

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About YORK

YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The YO30 postcode district contains over 8600 registered properties. Like many YORK properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£641.0/yr

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Hot Water

£92.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£39.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayYO26 4YZ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Clifton Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO30 6JA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO24 4BJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO31 7PB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Scarcroft Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayYO23 1BS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Park Grove Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayYO31 8LG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

All Saints Catholic School York

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayYO24 1BJ
?Not yet rated

Poppleton Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayYO26 4UP
?Not yet rated

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 Crime623 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

210 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

144 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

107 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

30 incidents (5%)

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Public order

29 incidents (5%)

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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