Energy Performance Certificate
6, Folkingham Road, Pickworth
NG34 0TJ
SLEAFORD
Current
F
23
Potential
C
79
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,491
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£935
potential per year
This property costs approximately £691 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,556 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in SLEAFORD, NG34 0TJ. The property offers 99m² (1066 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (23/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2491, comprising £2082 for heating, £343 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2018 for £174,950, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2018
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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
6, Folkingham Road
Pickworth
NG34 0TJ
SLEAFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
99.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
8.0 tonnes/year
81 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
477 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SLEAFORD
SLEAFORD properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (NG34) 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
Room heaters, electric
£2082 /yr
Save £1324/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£343 /yr
Save £239/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£66 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£174,950
S
Dec 2018
£100,000
S
Oct 2017
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ingoldsby Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Ropsley Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Osbournby Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
The St Gilbert of Sempringham Church of England Primary School, Pointon
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Billingborough Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Brown's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Corby Glen Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Charles Read Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 165 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
1 incidents (100%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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