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Energy Performance Certificate

39, Solar Way

YO31 0TT

York

Current

A

103

Potential

A

106

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in York, YO31 0TT. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £589, comprising £178 for heating, £315 for hot water, and £96 for lighting.

How Does 39 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this York property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £589 are approximately £1211 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the YO31 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property103
Average60
+72% better
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vs York

This property103
Average77
+34% better
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vs YO31

This property103
Average61
+69% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £76/year more than the York average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(103 points)

Potential Rating

A(106 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

39

Solar Way

YO31 0TT

York

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

2025

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Floor Area

82.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

103 / 100

Potential: 106

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.3 tonnes/year

-3 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-19 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Oct 2025

new dwelling

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About York

York is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in York have an average EPC rating of C (score 77/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £335 below the York average, offering good value. The YO31 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£178.0/yr

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Hot Water

£315.0/yr

Save £132/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£96.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.08 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Payback
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Current Costs
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayYO31 0QQ
?Not yet rated

Hempland Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayYO31 1ET

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Osbaldwick Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO10 3AX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Tang Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO31 0UT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Heworth Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO31 0AA

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayYO10 5ZA

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Outstanding

Badger Hill Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayYO10 5JF

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Lawrence's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayYO10 5BW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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.

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