Energy Performance Certificate
3 Sowden Grange, Thornton
BD13 3TH
BRADFORD
Current
C
73
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRADFORD, BD13 3TH. The property offers 128m² (1378 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 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. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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, 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 £1543, comprising £1265 for heating, £199 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 3 Sowden Grange Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BRADFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1543 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 128m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.3 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 BD13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRADFORD
vs BD13
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: £668/year more than the BRADFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Sowden Grange
Thornton
BD13 3TH
BRADFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
128.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
4.3 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
182 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Oct 2025
marketed sale
About BRADFORD
BRADFORD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in BRADFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £390 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BD13 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1265/yr
Hot Water
£199/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£79/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Thornton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
The Academy At St. James
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Keelham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Foxhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Beckfoot Thornton
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Ley Top Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryBeckfoot Allerton Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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.