Energy Performance Certificate
4 Birkhill
WF10 3LJ
CASTLEFORD
Current
C
73
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CASTLEFORD, WF10 3LJ. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century 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 (86/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £898, comprising £674 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £90 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £120,000.
How Does 4 Birkhill Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CASTLEFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £898 are approximately £902 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.7 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 WF10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CASTLEFORD
vs WF10
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: £269/year more than the CASTLEFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Mar 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
4 Birkhill
WF10 3LJ
CASTLEFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
87.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
179 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Mar 2025
marketed sale
About CASTLEFORD
CASTLEFORD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in CASTLEFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The WF10 postcode district contains over 22300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£120,000
23 February 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£674.0/yr
Save £62/yr
Hot Water
£134.0/yr
Save £41/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£90.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 200 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
Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Airedale Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Airedale Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Airedale Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Oyster Park Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Glasshoughton Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Castleford Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Castleford Park Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
83 incidents (42%)
Anti-social behaviour
32 incidents (16%)
Vehicle crime
17 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
16 incidents (8%)
Public order
14 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.
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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.