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26a, Main Street, Wilberfoss

YO41 5NN

YORK

Current

D

59

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in YORK, YO41 5NN. The property offers 125m² (1346 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. 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 C rating (79/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1515, comprising £1218 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 8.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2018 for £318,000.

How Does 26a, Main Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this YORK property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1515 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 125m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 8.6 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 YO41 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 YORK

This property59
Average61
-3% below
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vs YO41

This property59
Average58
+2% better

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: £682/year more than the YORK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Mar 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

26a, Main Street

Wilberfoss

YO41 5NN

YORK

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

125.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

8.6 tonnes/year

68 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

405 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Mar 2018

marketed sale

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About YORK

YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £385 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The YO41 postcode district contains over 3400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£318,000

21 June 2018

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1218.0/yr

Save £373/yr

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Hot Water

£191.0/yr

Save £77/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£106.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wilberfoss Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayYO41 5ND
?Not yet rated

St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fangfoss

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayYO41 5QG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Elvington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayYO41 4HP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Sutton Upon Derwent Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayYO41 4BN

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Stamford Bridge Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayYO41 1BP

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Barmby Moor Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayYO42 4EQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Dunnington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayYO19 5QG

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Melbourne Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayYO42 4QE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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: 488 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:488 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:195 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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