Energy Performance Certificate
20, Abbotsway
YO31 9LF
YORK
Current
F
38
Potential
C
76
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,499
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£578
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached flat is located in YORK, YO31 9LF. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (38/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1499, comprising £1114 for heating, £284 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 6.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £125,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2014
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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
(other premises below)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
20, Abbotsway
YO31 9LF
YORK
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
77.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.1 tonnes/year
79 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
420 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in YORK
YORK properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (YO31) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
£1114 /yr
Save £705/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£284 /yr
Save £166/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£101 /yr
Save £50/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£125,000
F
May 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Yearsley Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Haxby Road Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Heworth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Park Grove Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Hempland Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Tang Hall Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Huntington School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2017
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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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