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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Drawbridge Close

WF8 2YQ

PONTEFRACT

Current

B

83

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in PONTEFRACT, WF8 2YQ. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £331, comprising £210 for heating, £76 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2021 for £164,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 8, Drawbridge Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this PONTEFRACT property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £331 are approximately £1469 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 WF8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs PONTEFRACT

This property83
Average63
+32% better
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vs WF8

This property83
Average63
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £369/year less than the PONTEFRACT average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Jan 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Drawbridge Close

WF8 2YQ

PONTEFRACT

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

65.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

97 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Jan 2017

new dwelling

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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 £490 below the PONTEFRACT average, offering good value. The WF8 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£164,000

14 December 2021

Type: Semi-Detached

+£29,050(+21.5%)

vs previous sale

£134,950

24 February 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 21.5% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£210.0/yr

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Hot Water

£76.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£45.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Cherry Tree Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWF8 2HN

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWF8 2HN

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

De Lacy Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWF8 2TG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWF8 2NJ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Giles C of E Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWF8 1HG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWF8 3NP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWF8 4AA
?Not yet rated

Willow Green Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWF11 8PT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

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.

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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