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7 Lancaster Close

WF8 3PH

PONTEFRACT

Current

B

88

Potential

A

100

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in PONTEFRACT, WF8 3PH. The property offers 165m² (1776 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (100/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2385, comprising £2103 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £128 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 7 Lancaster Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this PONTEFRACT property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2385 annually are £585 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 165m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.8 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 WF8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property88
Average60
+47% better
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vs PONTEFRACT

This property88
Average63
+40% better
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vs WF8

This property88
Average63
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £1685/year more than the PONTEFRACT average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(88 points)

Potential Rating

A(100 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Lancaster Close

WF8 3PH

PONTEFRACT

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

165.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

88 / 100

Potential: 100

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

116 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 May 2025

ECO assessment

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About PONTEFRACT

PONTEFRACT is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in PONTEFRACT have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1403 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WF8 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2103.0/yr

Save £742/yr

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Hot Water

£154.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£128.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWF8 3PT

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWF8 4RJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

The King's School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWF8 4JF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Carleton High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 3NW

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWF8 3NP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWF8 4AA
?Not yet rated

Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF8 4BW

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

De Lacy Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF8 2TG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Higher Crime233 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

101 incidents (43%)

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Anti-social behaviour

29 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

21 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

21 incidents (9%)

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Public order

16 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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