Energy Performance Certificate
Orchard Cottage, North Road
YO25 8GE
Driffield
Current
C
72
Potential
C
72
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Driffield, YO25 8GE. The property offers 185m² (1991 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Estimated annual energy costs are £1744, comprising £1348 for heating, £296 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Orchard Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this Driffield property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1744 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 185m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the YO25 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Driffield
vs YO25
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: £1205/year more than the Driffield average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Orchard Cottage
North Road
Ulrome
YO25 8GE
Driffield
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
185.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 72
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
134 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Jun 2024
rental
About Driffield
Driffield is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in Driffield have an average EPC rating of C (score 79/100). Heating costs are £809 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The YO25 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, oil
£1348.0/yr
Hot Water
£296.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£100.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, oil
Main Fuel
Oil: heating oil
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Skipsea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Beeford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
North Frodingham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Burton Agnes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Hilderthorpe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Our Lady and St Peter Catholic Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy
PrimaryHornsea School and Language College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Bridlington School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 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: 165 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.