Energy Performance Certificate
3 Bishopsgate
LA1 4QF
LANCASTER
Current
C
73
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 4QF. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £692, comprising £504 for heating, £125 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2020 for £147,500.
How Does 3 Bishopsgate Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £692 are approximately £1108 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. CO2 emissions of 1.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LA1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £110/year less than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Dec 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Bishopsgate
LA1 4QF
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
54.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
1.9 tonnes/year
36 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
203 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Dec 2024
not sale or rental
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £298 below the LANCASTER average, offering good value. The LA1 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£147,500
11 September 2020
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£504.0/yr
Save £39/yr
Hot Water
£125.0/yr
Save £38/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£63.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, 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
Moorside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2012
Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Bowerham Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Lancaster Royal Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
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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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.