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Energy Performance Certificate

97 Denton Street

CA2 5EG

CARLISLE

Current

D

57

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CARLISLE, CA2 5EG. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2870, comprising £2481 for heating, £238 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2019 for £95,000.

How Does 97 Denton Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this CARLISLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2870 annually are £1070 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CA2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs CARLISLE

This property57
Average61
-7% below
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vs CA2

This property57
Average61
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2037/year more than the CARLISLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Oct 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

97 Denton Street

CA2 5EG

CARLISLE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

101.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

299 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Oct 2023

marketed sale

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About CARLISLE

CARLISLE is situated in Cumbria, North West. Properties in CARLISLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1648 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CA2 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Like many CARLISLE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£95,000

17 October 2019

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2481.0/yr

Save £982/yr

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Hot Water

£238.0/yr

Save £79/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£151.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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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

Robert Ferguson Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCA2 5LA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Caldew Lea School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCA2 7BE
?Not yet rated

Trinity School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCA1 1JB

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Brook Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCA1 2JB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCA2 4HG

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCA2 7DS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Norman Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCA1 2BQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Richard Rose Central Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayCA1 1LY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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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