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Energy Performance Certificate

7 Owler Close, Wombwell

S73 8FP

BARNSLEY

Current

C

76

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BARNSLEY, S73 8FP. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1845, comprising £934 for heating, £760 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 7 Owler Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BARNSLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1845 are close to the UK average. The 92m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 S73 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs BARNSLEY

This property76
Average62
+23% better
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vs S73

This property76
Average62
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1093/year more than the BARNSLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Owler Close

Wombwell

S73 8FP

BARNSLEY

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

92.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

144 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 May 2023

rental

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About BARNSLEY

BARNSLEY is situated in Sheffield, East Midlands. Properties in BARNSLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The S73 postcode district contains over 10000 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

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£934.0/yr

Save £115/yr

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Hot Water

£760.0/yr

Save £274/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£151.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (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

High View Primary Learning Centre

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayS73 8QS
?Not yet rated

Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayS73 8TX

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Netherwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayS73 8FE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Wombwell Park Street Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayS73 0HS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayS73 8AF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Outwood Primary Academy Darfield

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayS73 9LT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Upperwood Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayS73 9NL

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayS73 0PS

Last inspected: Nov 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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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.

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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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