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Energy Performance Certificate

54b Main Road, Galgate

LA2 0JH

LANCASTER

Current

A

98

Potential

A

100

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in LANCASTER, LA2 0JH. The property offers 102m² (1098 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (98/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £940, comprising £495 for heating, £231 for hot water, and £214 for lighting. The property produces 0.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 54b Main Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 98/100, this LANCASTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £940 are approximately £860 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 102m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LA2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property98
Average60
+63% better
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vs LANCASTER

This property98
Average61
+61% better
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vs LA2

This property98
Average55
+78% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 98/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £138/year more than the LANCASTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(98 points)

Potential Rating

A(100 points)

Based on assessment dated 11 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

54b Main Road

Galgate

LA2 0JH

LANCASTER

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

102.0

5.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

98 / 100

Potential: 100

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CO₂ Emissions

0.2 tonnes/year

2 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

10 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jun 2025

ECO assessment

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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 £307 below the LANCASTER average, offering good value. The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties. Like many LANCASTER properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£495.0/yr

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Hot Water

£231.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£214.0/yr

Save £107/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLA2 0JS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Thurnham Glasson Christ Church, Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLA2 0AR

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLA2 9AN

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Cockerham Parochial CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLA2 0EF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayLA1 4SE

Last inspected: May 2011

Outstanding

Moorside Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayLA1 4HT

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Forton Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayPR3 0AS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayLA1 4HT

Last inspected: Feb 2012

Outstanding

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
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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

Very Low Crime14 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Theft

5 incidents (36%)

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violent crime

4 incidents (29%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (14%)

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Drugs

1 incidents (7%)

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Pickpocketing

1 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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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