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Energy Performance Certificate

7 Bittern Croft, Horbury

WF4 5PD

WAKEFIELD

Current

D

67

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in WAKEFIELD, WF4 5PD. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £719, comprising £356 for heating, £297 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 7 Bittern Croft Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this WAKEFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £719 are approximately £1081 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 WF4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs WAKEFIELD

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs WF4

This property67
Average59
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £6/year less than the WAKEFIELD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Jun 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Bittern Croft

Horbury

WF4 5PD

WAKEFIELD

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

43.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

263 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Jun 2022

marketed sale

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About WAKEFIELD

WAKEFIELD is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in WAKEFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £369 below the WAKEFIELD average, offering good value. The WF4 postcode district contains over 13900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£356.0/yr

Save £161/yr

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Hot Water

£297.0/yr

Save £134/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£66.0/yr

Save £18/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWF4 5PS

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF4 4HQ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Horbury St Peter's and Clifton CofE (VC) Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWF4 5BE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF5 0DQ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Middlestown Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayWF4 4QE

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍1 miles awayWF5 0DG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

South Ossett Infant Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWF5 0BE
?Not yet rated

Horbury Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWF4 5DW

Last inspected: Dec 2022

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

🚀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

Low Crime54 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

28 incidents (52%)

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Anti-social behaviour

5 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (9%)

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Theft

4 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

3 incidents (6%)

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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