Energy Performance Certificate
85, Kingfisher Drive, Wombwell
S73 0UX
BARNSLEY
Current
D
68
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in BARNSLEY, S73 0UX. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 £573, comprising £274 for heating, £255 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is 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 85, Kingfisher Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BARNSLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £573 are approximately £1227 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BARNSLEY
vs S73
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £179/year less than the BARNSLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Dec 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
85, Kingfisher Drive
Wombwell
S73 0UX
BARNSLEY
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
55.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
39 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
222 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Dec 2013
rental (private)
About BARNSLEY
BARNSLEY is situated in Sheffield, East Midlands. Properties in BARNSLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £478 below the BARNSLEY average, offering good value. 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£274.0/yr
Hot Water
£255.0/yr
Save £30/yr
Lighting
86.0% low energy
£44.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Brampton Cortonwood Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Wombwell Park Street Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Highfield Farm Primary School
PrimaryBrampton Ellis CofE Primary School
PrimarySt Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Wath Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 394 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
52 incidents (32%)
Anti-social behaviour
31 incidents (19%)
Shoplifting
16 incidents (10%)
Vehicle crime
16 incidents (10%)
Theft
13 incidents (8%)
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.
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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.