Energy Performance Certificate
Ford House, Low Bentham Road
LA2 7BS
LANCASTER
Current
C
75
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 7BS. The property offers 422m² (4542 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), 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 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 £2073, comprising £1807 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £127 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Ford House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2073 are close to the UK average. At 422m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 10.0 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 LA2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1271/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Dec 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
Ford House
Low Bentham Road
Bentham
LA2 7BS
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
422.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
125 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Dec 2013
marketed sale
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1005 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1807.0/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£127.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Bentham Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Tatham Fells Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Ingleton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Wray with Botton Endowed Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Melling St Wilfrid Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Hornby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Leck St Peter's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Arkholme Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 356 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Vehicle crime
3 incidents (38%)
violent crime
3 incidents (38%)
Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (13%)
Theft
1 incidents (13%)
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.