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28 GILSFORTH LANE, WHIXLEY

YO26 8BF

WHIXLEY

Current

C

69

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in WHIXLEY, YO26 8BF. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £761, comprising £522 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2020 for £220,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 28 GILSFORTH LANE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this WHIXLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £761 are approximately £1039 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 YO26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs WHIXLEY

This property69
Average49
+41% better
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vs YO26

This property69
Average60
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £312/year less than the WHIXLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Mar 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

28 GILSFORTH LANE

WHIXLEY

YO26 8BF

WHIXLEY

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

54.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

388 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Mar 2021

rental

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About WHIXLEY

WHIXLEY is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in WHIXLEY have an average EPC rating of E (score 49/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £551 below the WHIXLEY average, offering good value. The YO26 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£220,000

18 December 2020

Type: Terraced

+£26,000(+13.4%)

vs previous sale

£194,000

12 January 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 13.4% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£522.0/yr

Save £114/yr

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Hot Water

£183.0/yr

Save £84/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£56.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Green Hammerton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayYO26 8BN

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Kirk Hammerton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayYO26 8DE

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Great Ouseburn Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayYO26 9RG

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayYO26 7RP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Nun Monkton Primary Foundation School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayYO26 8ER

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Goldsborough Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayHG5 8NJ

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Marton-Cum-Grafton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayYO51 9QB
?Not yet rated

Linton-on-Ouse Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayYO30 2BD

Last inspected: Dec 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 Crime2 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Public order

2 incidents (100%)

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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