Energy Performance Certificate
Beechfield, Went Edge Road
WF8 3JS
PONTEFRACT
Current
C
78
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PONTEFRACT, WF8 3JS. The property offers 394m² (4241 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1773, comprising £1282 for heating, £266 for hot water, and £225 for lighting. The property produces 8.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Beechfield Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this PONTEFRACT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1773 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 394m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.7 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WF8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PONTEFRACT
vs WF8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1073/year more than the PONTEFRACT average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 29 Aug 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Beechfield
Went Edge Road
Kirk Smeaton
WF8 3JS
PONTEFRACT
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
394.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
8.7 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
88 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Aug 2014
new dwelling
About PONTEFRACT
PONTEFRACT is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in PONTEFRACT have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £582 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WF8 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1282.0/yr
Hot Water
£266.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£225.0/yr
Save £97/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.31 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Campsmount Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Norton Infant School
PrimaryNorton Junior School
PrimaryUpton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Darrington Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Askern Littlemoor Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
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. 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.