Energy Performance Certificate
BACKSTONE GILL COTTAGE, WIKE RIDGE LANE
LS17 9JT
LEEDS
Current
G
1
Potential
D
67
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£5,557
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,149
potential per year
This property costs approximately £3,757 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £3,408 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This detached house is located in LEEDS, LS17 9JT. The property offers 120m² (1292 sq ft) of spacious living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (1/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (67/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £5557, comprising £4788 for heating, £676 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Mar 2021
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
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, wood logs
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
91.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 91% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
BACKSTONE GILL COTTAGE
WIKE RIDGE LANE
LS17 9JT
LEEDS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
120.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.3 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
919 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in LEEDS
LEEDS properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LS17) 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
Room heaters, wood logs
£4788 /yr
Save £3147/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£676 /yr
Save £263/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
91.0% low energy
£93 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shadwell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Wigton Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Bardsey Primary Academy
PrimaryHighfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Talbot Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Brodetsky Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Primley Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Theft
1 incidents (100%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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