Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 10, Chennell House
LA1 1WA
LANCASTER
Current
D
58
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in LANCASTER, LA1 1WA. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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 £1275, comprising £802 for heating, £407 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Flat 10 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this LANCASTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1275 are approximately £525 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 LA1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £473/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Dec 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 10
Chennell House
Castle Park Mews
LA1 1WA
LANCASTER
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
52.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
303 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Dec 2024
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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). The LA1 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£802.0/yr
Save £390/yr
Hot Water
£407.0/yr
Save £174/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Willow Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Lancaster Royal Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Lancaster Ryelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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: 385 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
113 incidents (32%)
Anti-social behaviour
75 incidents (21%)
Shoplifting
41 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
28 incidents (8%)
Public order
20 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.