Energy Performance Certificate
26 Helme Drive
LA9 7JB
KENDAL
Current
D
62
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in KENDAL, LA9 7JB. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1510, comprising £1232 for heating, £194 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £275,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 26 Helme Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this KENDAL property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1510 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.7 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 LA9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs KENDAL
vs LA9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £611/year more than the KENDAL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Helme Drive
LA9 7JB
KENDAL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
86.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
253 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Sept 2025
marketed sale
About KENDAL
KENDAL is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in KENDAL have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £333 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LA9 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the KENDAL area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£275,000
18 June 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£240,000
29 June 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 14.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1232.0/yr
Save £266/yr
Hot Water
£194.0/yr
Lighting
79.0% low energy
£84.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Heron Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Kirkbie Kendal School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal
PrimaryVicarage Park CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Mark's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Ghyllside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Castle Park School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Stramongate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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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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.