Energy Performance Certificate
Barkers House, Shirbutt Lane
YO26 8JT
YORK
Current
B
81
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in YORK, YO26 8JT. The property offers 284m² (3057 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1176, comprising £945 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Barkers House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this YORK property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1176 are approximately £624 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 284m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the YO26 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs YORK
vs YO26
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £343/year more than the YORK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Nov 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Barkers House
Shirbutt Lane
Hessay
YO26 8JT
YORK
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
284.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
57 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Nov 2015
assessment for green deal
About YORK
YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The YO26 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£945.0/yr
Hot Water
£94.0/yr
Lighting
71.0% low energy
£137.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rufforth Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Poppleton Ousebank Primary School
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PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Manor Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Westfield Primary Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Carr Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Nun Monkton Primary Foundation School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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: 152 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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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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.