Energy Performance Certificate
5 Spring Close, Kinsley
WF9 5LU
PONTEFRACT
Current
C
70
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PONTEFRACT, WF9 5LU. The property offers 106m² (1141 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1375, comprising £1131 for heating, £182 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2017 for £165,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 5 Spring Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this PONTEFRACT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1375 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 106m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 WF9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PONTEFRACT
vs WF9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £675/year more than the PONTEFRACT average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Spring Close
Kinsley
WF9 5LU
PONTEFRACT
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
106.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
36 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
194 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Sept 2025
marketed sale
About PONTEFRACT
PONTEFRACT is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in PONTEFRACT have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £431 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WF9 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£165,000
19 December 2017
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£163,000
31 March 2016
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 1.2% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1131.0/yr
Hot Water
£182.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£62.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
King's Meadow Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Fitzwilliam Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
West End Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Outwood Academy Hemsworth
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Helen's CE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Grove Lea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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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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.
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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.