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2 Fox & Hounds Cottages, Pickhill

YO7 4JG

THIRSK

Current

D

57

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in THIRSK, YO7 4JG. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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. 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 £2285, comprising £1803 for heating, £352 for hot water, and £130 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2025 for £275,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 2 Fox & Hounds Cottages Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this THIRSK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2285 are close to the UK average. The 97m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the YO7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs THIRSK

This property57
Average62
-8% below
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vs YO7

This property57
Average61
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1397/year more than the THIRSK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Fox & Hounds Cottages

Pickhill

YO7 4JG

THIRSK

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

97.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

315 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 May 2025

marketed sale

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About THIRSK

THIRSK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in THIRSK have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £915 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The YO7 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties. Like many THIRSK properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£275,000

RECENT

27 June 2025

Type: Terraced

+£7,500(+2.8%)

vs previous sale

£267,500

5 August 2021

Type: Terraced

+£27,500(+11.5%)

vs previous sale

£240,000

24 October 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 14.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1803.0/yr

Save £861/yr

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Hot Water

£352.0/yr

Save £172/yr

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Lighting

87.0% low energy

£130.0/yr

Save £6/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 87% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Pickhill Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayYO7 4JL

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Burneston Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayDL8 2HX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

South Otterington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayDL7 9HD
?Not yet rated

Carlton Miniott Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayYO7 4NJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Leeming RAF Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayDL7 9NQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Alanbrooke Academy

Primary
📍4 miles awayYO7 3SF
?Not yet rated

Snape Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.8 miles awayDL8 2TF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.9 miles awayDL7 9SG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 162 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:162 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:24 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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