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Energy Performance Certificate

29, Rydal Street

CA1 1SQ

CARLISLE

Current

D

65

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in CARLISLE, CA1 1SQ. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). 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, 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 £596, comprising £457 for heating, £78 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 29, Rydal Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this CARLISLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £596 are approximately £1204 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 CA1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs CARLISLE

This property65
Average61
+7% better
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vs CA1

This property65
Average61
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £237/year less than the CARLISLE 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(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Nov 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

29, Rydal Street

CA1 1SQ

CARLISLE

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

48.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

257 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Nov 2013

rental (social)

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About CARLISLE

CARLISLE is situated in Cumbria, North West. Properties in CARLISLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £376 below the CARLISLE average, offering good value. The CA1 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CARLISLE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£457.0/yr

Save £51/yr

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Hot Water

£78.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£61.0/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brook Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCA1 2JB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Norman Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCA1 2BQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Richard Rose Central Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCA1 1LY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Trinity School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCA1 1JB

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCA2 4HG

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Robert Ferguson Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCA2 5LA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCA1 2UE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle

Primary
📍1 miles awayCA2 4JD
?Not yet rated

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

Higher Crime494 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

188 incidents (38%)

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Shoplifting

61 incidents (12%)

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Public order

60 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

43 incidents (9%)

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Drugs

36 incidents (7%)

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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