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Energy Performance Certificate

9a West Road

LA1 5PG

LANCASTER

Current

B

90

Potential

A

97

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LANCASTER, LA1 5PG. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (90/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (97/100). 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. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1345, comprising £699 for heating, £423 for hot water, and £223 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 9a West Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 90/100, this LANCASTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1345 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 LA1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property90
Average60
+50% better
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vs LANCASTER

This property90
Average61
+48% better
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vs LA1

This property90
Average61
+48% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 90/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £543/year more than the LANCASTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(90 points)

Potential Rating

A(97 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

9a West Road

LA1 5PG

LANCASTER

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

121.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

90 / 100

Potential: 97

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

8 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

48 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jun 2025

ECO assessment

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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. 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, radiators, electric

£699.0/yr

Save £82/yr

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Hot Water

£423.0/yr

Save £133/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£223.0/yr

Save £111/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Willow Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 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

Our Lady's Catholic College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLA1 2RX

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Lancaster Ryelands Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLA1 2RJ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLA1 2DU
?Not yet rated

The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLA1 3BT

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLA1 4RS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

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

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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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