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Forest Barn, Forest Moor Road

HG5 8LT

KNARESBOROUGH

Current

C

70

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in KNARESBOROUGH, HG5 8LT. The property offers 253m² (2723 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4005, comprising £3412 for heating, £332 for hot water, and £261 for lighting. The property produces 7.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Forest Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this KNARESBOROUGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £4005 annually are £2205 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 253m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.4 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 HG5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs KNARESBOROUGH

This property70
Average61
+15% better
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vs HG5

This property70
Average61
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £3112/year more than the KNARESBOROUGH 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(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 11 Apr 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Forest Barn

Forest Moor Road

HG5 8LT

KNARESBOROUGH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

253.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

7.4 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

183 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Apr 2023

marketed sale

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About KNARESBOROUGH

KNARESBOROUGH is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in KNARESBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £2519 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The HG5 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£3412.0/yr

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Hot Water

£332.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£261.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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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

Hookstone Chase Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayHG2 7DJ

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Starbeck Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayHG2 7LL
?Not yet rated

Willow Tree Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayHG2 7SG
?Not yet rated

King James's School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayHG5 8EB

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayHG5 0JN
?Not yet rated

St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayHG5 9BG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Aspin Park Academy

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayHG5 8LQ
?Not yet rated

Harrogate High School

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayHG1 4AP

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Low Crime42 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

23 incidents (55%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (19%)

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Burglary

2 incidents (5%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (5%)

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Shoplifting

2 incidents (5%)

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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