Energy Performance Certificate
49 Borrowdale Road
LA1 3EU
LANCASTER
Current
G
18
Potential
B
81
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,330
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£682
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,530 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,648 annually.
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Loft Insulation
Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.
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Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.
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Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 3EU. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (18/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £3330, comprising £2852 for heating, £396 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2023 for £160,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Feb 2023
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
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
49 Borrowdale Road
LA1 3EU
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
87.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
149 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
880 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in LANCASTER
LANCASTER properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LA1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£2852 /yr
Save £2316/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£396 /yr
Save £326/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£82 /yr
Save £6/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.
£160,000
S
Jul 2023
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castle View Primary Academy
PrimaryLancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Lancaster Royal Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Central Lancaster High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
94 incidents (31%)
Anti-social behaviour
69 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
36 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
28 incidents (9%)
Public order
16 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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