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Flat 5 Mellwood House, Little Lane

WF9 2PP

PONTEFRACT

Current

C

72

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in PONTEFRACT, WF9 2PP. The property offers 49.8m² (536 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £503, comprising £358 for heating, £114 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 5 Mellwood House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this PONTEFRACT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £503 are approximately £1297 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49.8m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 WF9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs PONTEFRACT

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs WF9

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £197/year less than the PONTEFRACT 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Aug 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 5 Mellwood House

Little Lane

South Elmsall

WF9 2PP

PONTEFRACT

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

49.8

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

286 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Aug 2010

rental (social)

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About PONTEFRACT

PONTEFRACT is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in PONTEFRACT have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £342 below the PONTEFRACT average, offering good value. The WF9 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PONTEFRACT area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£358.0/yr

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Hot Water

£114.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£31.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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.

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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