Energy Performance Certificate
88 Kirkby Street
LN5 7TT
LINCOLN
Current
C
74
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LINCOLN, LN5 7TT. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1810, comprising £1298 for heating, £350 for hot water, and £162 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2023 for £165,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 88 Kirkby Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LINCOLN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1810 are close to the UK average. The 112m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 LN5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LINCOLN
vs LN5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1070/year more than the LINCOLN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
88 Kirkby Street
LN5 7TT
LINCOLN
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
112.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
174 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Dec 2023
rental
About LINCOLN
LINCOLN is situated in Lincolnshire, East Midlands. Properties in LINCOLN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £558 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LN5 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£165,000
26 January 2023
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£98,000
10 July 2017
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 68.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1298.0/yr
Save £65/yr
Hot Water
£350.0/yr
Save £138/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£162.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Lincoln UTC
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Priory Academy LSST
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2010
Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
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: 500 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
183 incidents (30%)
violent crime
160 incidents (27%)
Shoplifting
51 incidents (8%)
Public order
49 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
39 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.
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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.