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Energy Performance Certificate

228a, High Street, Boston Spa

LS23 6AD

WETHERBY

Current

A

94

Potential

A

101

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WETHERBY, LS23 6AD. The property offers 332m² (3574 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £902, comprising £631 for heating, £130 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 228a, High Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this WETHERBY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £902 are approximately £898 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 332m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.6 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LS23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property94
Average60
+57% better
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vs WETHERBY

This property94
Average62
+52% better
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vs LS23

This property94
Average61
+54% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £36/year less than the WETHERBY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(94 points)

Potential Rating

A(101 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Sept 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

228a, High Street

Boston Spa

LS23 6AD

WETHERBY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

332.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

94 / 100

Potential: 101

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

5 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

29 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Sept 2015

new dwelling

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About WETHERBY

WETHERBY is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in WETHERBY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £307 below the WETHERBY average, offering good value. The LS23 postcode district contains over 2900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£631.0/yr

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Hot Water

£130.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£141.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Church of England Controlled Primary School Boston Spa

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLS23 6DB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Primrose Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLS23 6DX

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Lady Elizabeth Hastings' CofE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS23 7AQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLS23 6DX

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Boston Spa Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLS23 6RW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

Bramham Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLS23 6JQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Tadcaster Grammar School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayLS24 9NB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Wetherby High School

Secondary
📍2.4 miles awayLS22 6JS

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

Very Low Crime18 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

5 incidents (28%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (17%)

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Theft

3 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (11%)

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Public order

2 incidents (11%)

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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