Energy Performance Certificate
esk view, commondale
YO12 2HG
Whitby
Current
E
48
Potential
B
84
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,767
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,419
potential per year
This property costs approximately £967 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,348 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach B — saving up to £1,348/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in Whitby, YO12 2HG. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property has an EPC rating of E (48/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2767, comprising £2066 for heating, £483 for hot water, and £218 for lighting. The property produces 6.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Jan 2023
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), insulated
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
esk view
commondale
YO12 2HG
Whitby
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
121.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
311 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in Whitby
Whitby has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£2066 /yr
Save £931/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£483 /yr
Save £318/yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£218 /yr
Save £99/yr
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Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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