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Energy Performance Certificate

20, Holgate, Wombwell

S73 8SL

BARNSLEY

Current

D

68

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BARNSLEY, S73 8SL. The property offers 79.24m² (853 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £648, comprising £477 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2019 for £122,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 20, Holgate Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BARNSLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £648 are approximately £1152 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.9 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 S73 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs BARNSLEY

This property68
Average62
+10% better
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vs S73

This property68
Average62
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £104/year less than the BARNSLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Nov 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Holgate

Wombwell

S73 8SL

BARNSLEY

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

79.24

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

194 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Nov 2011

non marketed sale

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About BARNSLEY

BARNSLEY is situated in Sheffield, East Midlands. Properties in BARNSLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £275 below the BARNSLEY average, offering good value. The S73 postcode district contains over 10000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BARNSLEY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£122,000

24 June 2019

Type: Semi-Detached

+£27,000(+28.4%)

vs previous sale

£95,000

31 March 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

£0(0.0%)

vs previous sale

£95,000

31 March 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 28.4% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£477.0/yr

Save £16/yr

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Hot Water

£107.0/yr

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Lighting

46.0% low energy

£64.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 46% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

High View Primary Learning Centre

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayS73 8QS
?Not yet rated

Netherwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayS73 8FE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayS73 8TX

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Oakhill Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayS71 5AG

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Hunningley Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayS70 3DT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayS73 8AF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Upperwood Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayS73 9NL

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Wombwell Park Street Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayS73 0HS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

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
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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

Moderate73 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

36 incidents (49%)

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Theft

9 incidents (12%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (11%)

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Public order

6 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

5 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.

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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