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21 The Knowle, Shepley

HD8 8EA

HUDDERSFIELD

Current

D

59

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in HUDDERSFIELD, HD8 8EA. The property offers 185m² (1991 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1832, comprising £1575 for heating, £126 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 8.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2022 for £740,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 21 The Knowle Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this HUDDERSFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1832 are close to the UK average. At 185m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.2 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the HD8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs HUDDERSFIELD

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs HD8

This property59
Average60
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1001/year more than the HUDDERSFIELD 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(59 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

21 The Knowle

Shepley

HD8 8EA

HUDDERSFIELD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

185.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

8.2 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

279 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jan 2022

marketed sale

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About HUDDERSFIELD

HUDDERSFIELD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in HUDDERSFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £744 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The HD8 postcode district contains over 10000 registered properties. Like many HUDDERSFIELD 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

£740,000

8 April 2022

Type: O

+£118,000(+19.0%)

vs previous sale

£622,000

15 September 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 19.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1575.0/yr

Save £699/yr

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Hot Water

£126.0/yr

Save £44/yr

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Lighting

91.0% low energy

£131.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, 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 91% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shepley First School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayHD8 8DD

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Shelley First School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayHD8 8HU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cumberworth Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayHD8 8NU

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

Birdsedge First School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayHD8 8XR

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Shelley College, A Share Academy

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayHD8 8NL

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayHD8 0SG

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2 miles awayHD8 9DQ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Denby Dale First and Nursery School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayHD8 8SG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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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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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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