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Energy Performance Certificate

40, Priory Chase

WF8 1TH

PONTEFRACT

Current

C

79

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in PONTEFRACT, WF8 1TH. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £376, comprising £207 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2018 for £74,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 40, Priory Chase Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this PONTEFRACT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £376 are approximately £1424 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 WF8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs PONTEFRACT

This property79
Average63
+25% better
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vs WF8

This property79
Average63
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £324/year less than the PONTEFRACT average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Jul 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

40, Priory Chase

WF8 1TH

PONTEFRACT

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

58.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

130 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Jul 2017

marketed sale

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £493 below the PONTEFRACT average, offering good value. The WF8 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£74,000

27 April 2018

Type: Flat

£6,000(-7.5%)

vs previous sale

£80,000

26 January 2018

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£207.0/yr

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Hot Water

£90.0/yr

Save £1/yr

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Lighting

27.0% low energy

£79.0/yr

Save £33/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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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 27% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Giles C of E Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWF8 1HG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 4AA
?Not yet rated

De Lacy Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 2TG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Cherry Tree Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWF8 2HN

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

The King's School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 4JF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 2HN

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 3PT

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF8 4BW

Last inspected: Feb 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 217 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:217 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:33 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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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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