Energy Performance Certificate
2, Birch Mews
WF10 5WH
CASTLEFORD
Current
B
84
Potential
A
95
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CASTLEFORD, WF10 5WH. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (95/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £374, comprising £236 for heating, £77 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £160,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 2, Birch Mews Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this CASTLEFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £374 are approximately £1426 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £255/year less than the CASTLEFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
2, Birch Mews
WF10 5WH
CASTLEFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
87.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
84 / 100
Potential: 95
CO₂ Emissions
1.4 tonnes/year
16 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
89 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Dec 2017
new dwelling
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. Heating costs are £393 below the CASTLEFORD average, offering good value. The WF10 postcode district contains over 22300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£160,000
1 April 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£159,950
22 December 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 0.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£236.0/yr
Hot Water
£77.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£61.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Half Acres Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Featherstone All Saints CofE Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Castleford Park Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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
75 incidents (43%)
Theft
27 incidents (15%)
Shoplifting
18 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
14 incidents (8%)
Anti-social behaviour
12 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.