Energy Performance Certificate
5, High Street, Upton
WF9 1HR
PONTEFRACT
Current
F
27
Potential
F
33
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,418
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,283
potential per year
💰 Government Grants Available for This Property
🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.
Check Eligibility →🏠 ECO4 Scheme
Free
Free insulation & heating upgrades for eligible households on benefits or low income.
Check Eligibility →📉 0% VAT
Save ~20%
Zero VAT on heat pumps, insulation, and solar panels until 2027. Applies automatically.
Get Solar Quote →How to Improve This F-Rated Property
With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating — saving up to £135 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
Showing quick wins with fastest payback first
💰 Save £1,750/year
With 4 selected upgrades
Future Energy Price Simulator
Drag to see how rising prices affect your savings
Your Savings Today
£1,750/yr
£17,500 over 10 years
Move slider to see
£1,750/yr
£17,500 over 10 years
Build Your Upgrade Plan
Sorted by best return on investment (quick wins first)
Loft Insulation
Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.
Cavity Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.
Solar Panels + Battery
Your house is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.
Air Source Heat Pump
Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.
Get FREE Quotes in Pontefract
Compare prices from trusted local tradesmen - no obligation, 100% free
Trusted by thousands of UK homeowners
Advertisement
Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in PONTEFRACT, WF9 1HR. The property offers 57.4m² (618 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (27/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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. 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 £1418, comprising £1231 for heating, £149 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Jan 2012
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, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, no insulation(assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
5, High Street
Upton
WF9 1HR
PONTEFRACT
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
57.4 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
4.8 tonnes/year
84 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
371 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in PONTEFRACT
PONTEFRACT properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WF9) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
Scroll to load map
Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£1231 /yr
Save £135/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£149 /yr
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy
£38 /yr
Advertisement
Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Upton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Minsthorpe Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
Ash Grove Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Northfield Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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: 479 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.
Getting Ripped Off by Your Local Tradesman in Pontefract?
Find out with a 100% FREE quote - costs nothing, no obligation
Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
22 incidents (40%)
Anti-social behaviour
7 incidents (13%)
Vehicle crime
6 incidents (11%)
Public order
5 incidents (9%)
Burglary
4 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
More Properties in WF9 1HR
Showing properties in the same postcode. Click to view detailed EPC data for each property.
More Properties in the WF9 Area
Explore nearby properties with EPC ratings in the WF9 postcode district
All properties in WF9 • Click to view detailed energy performance data
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.
Public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.