Energy Performance Certificate
24, Melbourne Road
WF1 2RN
WAKEFIELD
Current
C
70
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in WAKEFIELD, WF1 2RN. The property offers 83.21m² (896 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £625, comprising £490 for heating, £88 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2020 for £170,000.
How Does 24, Melbourne Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this WAKEFIELD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £625 are approximately £1175 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.0 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 WF1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WAKEFIELD
vs WF1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £100/year less than the WAKEFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 May 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
24, Melbourne Road
WF1 2RN
WAKEFIELD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
83.21 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
36 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
185 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 May 2011
rental (private)
About WAKEFIELD
WAKEFIELD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in WAKEFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £235 below the WAKEFIELD average, offering good value. The WF1 postcode district contains over 17200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WAKEFIELD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£170,000
24 January 2020
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£490.0/yr
Hot Water
£88.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£47.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Newton Hill Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Wrenthorpe Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Austin's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Wakefield Lawefield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
216 incidents (42%)
Shoplifting
68 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
50 incidents (10%)
Public order
39 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
26 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.