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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

2 Widows Row, Beck Lane

LN2 3PH

LINCOLN

Current

F

23

Potential

B

88

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,037

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£956

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,237 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,081 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £2,081 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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Investment
£21,000
Payback
~4 yrs
Current Costs
£3,037/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £1977/yrPayback: ~2 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
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2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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5
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced house is located in LINCOLN, LN2 3PH. The property offers 89m² (958 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (23/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £3037, comprising £2676 for heating, £275 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 9.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for £250,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(23 points)

Achievable Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Jan 2023

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

92.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

2 Widows Row

Beck Lane

LN2 3PH

LINCOLN

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

📐

Floor Area

89.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

9.3 tonnes/year

104 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

597 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in LINCOLN

LINCOLN properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LN2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£2676 /yr

Save £1977/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£275 /yr

Save £118/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

92.0% low energy

£86 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.

£250,000

T

Sept 2025

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLN2 3PF

Last inspected: Apr 2014

Outstanding

Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayLN2 3LA

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

William Farr CofE Comprehensive School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayLN2 3JB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayLN2 3NE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Pollyplatt Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayLN1 2TP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Ingham Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayLN1 2XT

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Scampton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayLN1 2SD

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Normanby Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayLN8 2HE

Last inspected: Mar 2022

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
⬇️

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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