Energy Performance Certificate
28, Helme Drive
LA9 7JB
KENDAL
Current
C
77
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in KENDAL, LA9 7JB. The property offers 158m² (1701 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1285, comprising £988 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2016 for £265,000.
How Does 28, Helme Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this KENDAL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1285 are approximately £515 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 158m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £386/year more than the KENDAL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Mar 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
28, Helme Drive
LA9 7JB
KENDAL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
158.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
161 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Mar 2016
marketed sale
About KENDAL
KENDAL is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in KENDAL have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. 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
£265,000
28 July 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£988.0/yr
Save £175/yr
Hot Water
£215.0/yr
Save £75/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£82.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
41 incidents (55%)
Theft
8 incidents (11%)
Public order
6 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (5%)
Burglary
3 incidents (4%)
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.