Energy Performance Certificate
40b High Street, Horbury
WF4 5LL
WAKEFIELD
Current
E
39
Potential
D
65
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
D
With improvements
⚖️ Landlord Compliance — Current & Future Requirements
This E-rated rental property currently meets the minimum standard (E or above). However, with the proposed upgrade to C by 2028, landlords will need to invest in improvements. Planning now — rather than at the last minute — allows you to take advantage of grants and spread costs.
Get Compliance Quote →Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,139
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,120
potential per year
This property costs approximately £339 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,019 annually.
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Free insulation & heating for eligible households on benefits or low income.
Check Eligibility →How to Improve This E-Rated Property to a C
With targeted upgrades, this property could reach D — saving up to £1,019/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced flat is located in WAKEFIELD, WF4 5LL. The property offers 29m² (312 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (39/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (65/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2139, comprising £1766 for heating, £318 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This property currently meets the minimum E rating requirement under MEES regulations. However, the government has proposed increasing the minimum to C by 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies, so consider planning upgrades now.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Nov 2023
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
(another dwelling above)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
(other premises below)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
40b High Street
Horbury
WF4 5LL
WAKEFIELD
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
29.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
619 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in WAKEFIELD
WAKEFIELD has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1766 /yr
Save £1111/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£318 /yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£55 /yr
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Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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