Energy Performance Certificate
Garden House, Upper Dunsforth
YO26 9RU
YORK
Current
D
68
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in YORK, YO26 9RU. The property offers 162.94m² (1754 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £840, comprising £488 for heating, £206 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Garden House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this YORK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £840 are approximately £960 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 162.94m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.0 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 YO26 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs YORK
vs YO26
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £7/year more than the YORK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 31 Mar 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
Garden House
Upper Dunsforth
YO26 9RU
YORK
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
162.94 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
158 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Mar 2010
new dwelling
About YORK
YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £345 below the YORK average, offering good value. The YO26 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£488.0/yr
Hot Water
£206.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£146.0/yr
Save £63/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.30 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m?K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Great Ouseburn Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Marton-Cum-Grafton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryBoroughbridge High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Boroughbridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Outwood Primary Academy Alne
PrimaryGreen Hammerton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Linton-on-Ouse Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
St Peter's Brafferton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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: 483 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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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.