Energy Performance Certificate
9, Downs Crescent
HU5 5SP
HULL
Current
G
1
Potential
B
83
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,853
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£641
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,053 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,212 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in HULL, HU5 5SP. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (1/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2853, comprising £2256 for heating, £502 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2015
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Flat, no insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
8.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 8% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
9, Downs Crescent
HU5 5SP
HULL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
77.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
131 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
773 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in HULL
HULL properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (HU5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£2256 /yr
Save £1715/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£502 /yr
Save £451/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
8.0% low energy
£95 /yr
Save £46/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Appleton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Priory Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Kelvin Hall School
SecondaryWold Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Croxby Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Ainthorpe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Bricknell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2015
Hall Road Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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