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Energy Performance Certificate

Ourous, Sandhutton

YO7 4RW

THIRSK

Current

D

56

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in THIRSK, YO7 4RW. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 £1308, comprising £1029 for heating, £181 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Ourous Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this THIRSK property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1308 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 YO7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs THIRSK

This property56
Average62
-10% below
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vs YO7

This property56
Average61
-8% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £420/year more than the THIRSK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Ourous

Sandhutton

YO7 4RW

THIRSK

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

136.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

146 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Sept 2023

marketed sale

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About THIRSK

THIRSK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in THIRSK have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The YO7 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

£1029.0/yr

Save £112/yr

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Hot Water

£181.0/yr

Save £60/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, LPG

Poor

Main Fuel

LPG (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

Carlton Miniott Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayYO7 4NJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Alanbrooke Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayYO7 3SF
?Not yet rated

Pickhill Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayYO7 4JL

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Sowerby Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayYO7 1RX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Thirsk School & Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍2.8 miles awayYO7 1RZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

All Saints Catholic Primary School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayYO7 1NB
?Not yet rated

Keeble Gateway Academy

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayYO7 1TS
?Not yet rated

South Kilvington Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayYO7 2LR
?Not yet rated

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: 476 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:476 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:190 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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