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Energy Performance Certificate

88 Westbourne Road

LA1 5JY

LANCASTER

Current

A

102

Potential

A

105

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 5JY. The property offers 211m² (2271 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (102/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £680, comprising £411 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £106 for lighting.

How Does 88 Westbourne Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 102/100, this LANCASTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £680 are approximately £1120 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 211m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LA1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property102
Average60
+70% better
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vs LANCASTER

This property102
Average61
+67% better
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vs LA1

This property102
Average61
+67% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 102/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £122/year less than the LANCASTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(102 points)

Potential Rating

A(105 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

88 Westbourne Road

LA1 5JY

LANCASTER

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

211.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

102 / 100

Potential: 105

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.2 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-2 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 May 2025

new dwelling

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About LANCASTER

LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £391 below the LANCASTER average, offering good value. The LA1 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£411.0/yr

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Hot Water

£163.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£106.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.07 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Willow Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLA1 5PR

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLA1 1LD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Lancaster Girls' Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLA1 1SF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLA1 4RS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Our Lady's Catholic College

Secondary
📍1 miles awayLA1 2RX

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Primary
📍1 miles awayLA1 3BT

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Bowerham Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLA1 4BS

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Lancaster Royal Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayLA1 3EF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

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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