Energy Performance Certificate
22, Gracious Street
HG5 8DS
KNARESBOROUGH
Current
F
35
Potential
E
47
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,668
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,303
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This terraced house is located in KNARESBOROUGH, HG5 8DS. The property offers 72.93m² (785 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (47/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. 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 £1668, comprising £1388 for heating, £174 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 9.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Feb 2010
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, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Some double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
10.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
22, Gracious Street
HG5 8DS
KNARESBOROUGH
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
72.93 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.5 tonnes/year
87 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
522 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in KNARESBOROUGH
KNARESBOROUGH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (HG5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1388 /yr
Save £267/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£174 /yr
Save £48/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
10.0% low energy
£106 /yr
Save £50/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
King James's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimarySt Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Aspin Park Academy
PrimaryMeadowside Academy
PrimaryStarbeck Primary Academy
PrimaryHookstone Chase Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Goldsborough Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
34 incidents (43%)
Anti-social behaviour
18 incidents (23%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (14%)
Public order
4 incidents (5%)
Burglary
3 incidents (4%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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