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Flat 13 Thwaite Road

LS23 6FQ

Boston Spa

Current

C

79

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in Boston Spa, LS23 6FQ. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £375, comprising £245 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £41 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 13 Thwaite Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this Boston Spa property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £375 are approximately £1425 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LS23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs Boston Spa

This property79
Average68
+16% better
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vs LS23

This property79
Average61
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £521/year less than the Boston Spa average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Nov 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 13 Thwaite Road

LS23 6FQ

Boston Spa

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

144 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Nov 2021

rental

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About Boston Spa

Boston Spa is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in Boston Spa have an average EPC rating of D (score 68/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £651 below the Boston Spa average, offering good value. The LS23 postcode district contains over 2900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£245.0/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£41.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Church of England Controlled Primary School Boston Spa

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLS23 6DB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Primrose Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS23 6DX

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLS23 6DX

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Lady Elizabeth Hastings' CofE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLS23 7AQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Boston Spa Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLS23 6RW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

Bramham Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLS23 6JQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Tadcaster Grammar School

Secondary
📍2 miles awayLS24 9NB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Wetherby High School

Secondary
📍2.6 miles awayLS22 6JS

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Very Low Crime17 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

5 incidents (29%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (18%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (12%)

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Theft

2 incidents (12%)

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Public order

2 incidents (12%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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