Energy Performance Certificate
Lowbrook Barn, Lancaster Road
LA2 6AL
LANCASTER
Current
D
55
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 6AL. The property offers 289m² (3111 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. 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 £2829, comprising £2410 for heating, £306 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Lowbrook Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this LANCASTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2829 annually are £1029 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 289m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 LA2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £2027/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Dec 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Lowbrook Barn
Lancaster Road
Slyne
LA2 6AL
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
289.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
4 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
180 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Dec 2015
FiT application
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1608 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, wood pellets
£2410.0/yr
Save £240/yr
Hot Water
£306.0/yr
Save £115/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£113.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Granite or whinstone, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To unheated space, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, wood pellets
Main Fuel
wood pellets in bags for secondary heating
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Slyne-with-Hest, St Luke's, Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLancaster Ryelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2016
Great Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Morecambe and Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 500 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
18 incidents (40%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (20%)
Anti-social behaviour
6 incidents (13%)
Public order
3 incidents (7%)
bicycle theft
2 incidents (4%)
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.