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40 GROVE LEA WALK, PONTEFRACT

WF8 2RL

PONTEFRACT

Current

D

66

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in PONTEFRACT, WF8 2RL. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £560, comprising £427 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 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 40 GROVE LEA WALK Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this PONTEFRACT property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £560 are approximately £1240 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 WF8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs PONTEFRACT

This property66
Average63
+5% better
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vs WF8

This property66
Average63
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £140/year less than the PONTEFRACT 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(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Nov 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

40 GROVE LEA WALK

PONTEFRACT

WF8 2RL

PONTEFRACT

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

47.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

288 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Nov 2019

rental

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About PONTEFRACT

PONTEFRACT is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in PONTEFRACT have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £273 below the PONTEFRACT average, offering good value. The WF8 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PONTEFRACT 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

£427.0/yr

Save £125/yr

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Hot Water

£81.0/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£52.0/yr

Save £13/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWF8 3PT

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

De Lacy Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 2TG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 3NP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Carleton High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWF8 3NW

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

The King's School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWF8 4JF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 4AA
?Not yet rated

St Giles C of E Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 1HG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 4RJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

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 Crime274 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

113 incidents (41%)

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Anti-social behaviour

36 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

34 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

24 incidents (9%)

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Public order

17 incidents (6%)

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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