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Energy Performance Certificate

43, Nicholas Gardens

YO10 3EY

YORK

Current

D

55

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in YORK, YO10 3EY. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £835, comprising £531 for heating, £247 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 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 43, Nicholas Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this YORK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £835 are approximately £965 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 YO10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs YORK

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs YO10

This property55
Average61
-10% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2/year more than the YORK 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(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

43, Nicholas Gardens

YO10 3EY

YORK

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

41.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

76 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

451 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Feb 2019

rental (private)

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About YORK

YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £302 below the YORK average, offering good value. The YO10 postcode district contains over 8800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£531.0/yr

Save £268/yr

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Hot Water

£247.0/yr

Save £108/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Save £19/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Lawrence's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayYO10 5BW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayYO10 4BT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Fishergate Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayYO10 4AP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Tang Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayYO31 0UT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

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

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayYO31 0QQ
?Not yet rated

Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayYO10 5ZA

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Outstanding

Badger Hill Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayYO10 5JF

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Lord Deramore's Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayYO10 5EE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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 Crime547 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

178 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

142 incidents (26%)

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Shoplifting

100 incidents (18%)

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Public order

28 incidents (5%)

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Criminal damage

27 incidents (5%)

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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