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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

48 Devon Way

HD6 4DT

BRIGHOUSE

Current

F

24

Potential

B

87

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,073

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£470

potential per year

This property costs approximately £273 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,603 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,603 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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Investment
£20,000
Payback
~5 yrs
Current Costs
£2,073/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cost
3
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached bungalow is located in BRIGHOUSE, HD6 4DT. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (24/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 £2073, comprising £1633 for heating, £375 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £176,500.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(24 points)

Achievable Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Mar 2022

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

48 Devon Way

HD6 4DT

BRIGHOUSE

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

59.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

94 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

555 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BRIGHOUSE

BRIGHOUSE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (HD6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1633 /yr

Save £1289/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£375 /yr

Save £314/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy

£65 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.

£176,500

S

Jul 2022

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayHD6 4DY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Cliffe Hill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayHX3 8TW

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Lightcliffe Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayHX3 8TL

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayHD6 2NT
?Not yet rated

St Andrew's Church of England (VA) Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayHD6 2HH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Brighouse High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayHD6 2NY

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Lightcliffe C of E Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayHX3 8SH

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Trinity Academy St Chad's

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayHD6 2PA

Last inspected: Jul 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
⬇️

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

Moderate92 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

42 incidents (46%)

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Vehicle crime

10 incidents (11%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (9%)

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Burglary

6 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

6 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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