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6, Ivy House Gardens, Gargrave

BD23 3SS

SKIPTON

Current

C

71

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SKIPTON, BD23 3SS. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 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 £709, comprising £459 for heating, £159 for hot water, and £91 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2022 for £160,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 6, Ivy House Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this SKIPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £709 are approximately £1091 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to 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 BD23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs SKIPTON

This property71
Average57
+25% better
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vs BD23

This property71
Average56
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £322/year less than the SKIPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Aug 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

6, Ivy House Gardens

Gargrave

BD23 3SS

SKIPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

58.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

65 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

386 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Aug 2018

rental (private)

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About SKIPTON

SKIPTON is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in SKIPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 57/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £572 below the SKIPTON average, offering good value. The BD23 postcode district contains over 11300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£160,000

5 January 2022

Type: Flat

+£37,500(+30.6%)

vs previous sale

£122,500

19 March 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 30.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£459.0/yr

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Hot Water

£159.0/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£91.0/yr

Save £38/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBD23 3RE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

The Skipton Academy

Secondary
📍3.1 miles awayBD23 1UQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Skipton Girls' High School

Secondary
📍3.4 miles awayBD23 1QL

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Ermysted's Grammar School

Secondary
📍3.5 miles awayBD23 1PL

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayBD23 1PJ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Carleton Endowed CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayBD23 3DE
?Not yet rated

Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayBD23 1PE

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Thornton in Craven Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayBD23 3SX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime2 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (50%)

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Criminal damage

1 incidents (50%)

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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