Energy Performance Certificate
Park Cottage, Askham Richard
YO23 3QP
YORK
Current
C
78
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in YORK, YO23 3QP. The property offers 270m² (2906 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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 £1818, comprising £1559 for heating, £150 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Park Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this YORK property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1818 are close to the UK average. At 270m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 12.0 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 YO23 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs YORK
vs YO23
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £985/year more than the YORK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Aug 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Park Cottage
Askham Richard
YO23 3QP
YORK
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
270.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
166 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Aug 2015
marketed sale
About YORK
YORK is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in YORK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £726 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The YO23 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties. Like many YORK properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£1559.0/yr
Hot Water
£150.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£109.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
biomass (community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Copmanthorpe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Woodthorpe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Westfield Primary Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Rufforth Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
York High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Long Marston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Hob Moor Community Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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: 20 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Burglary
1 incidents (50%)
violent crime
1 incidents (50%)
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.