Energy Performance Certificate
48, Watery Lane
LA1 2SL
LANCASTER
Current
C
76
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in LANCASTER, LA1 2SL. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £485, comprising £298 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £86,500.
How Does 48, Watery Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £485 are approximately £1315 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 LA1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £317/year less than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
48, Watery Lane
LA1 2SL
LANCASTER
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
59.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
302 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jun 2017
marketed sale
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £504 below the LANCASTER average, offering good value. The LA1 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£86,500
27 October 2017
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£298.0/yr
Save £50/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Save £21/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£48.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lancaster Ryelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryMorecambe and Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2016
Willow Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Great Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 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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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.