Energy Performance Certificate
Rookhouse Farm, Everingham
YO42 4JA
YORK
Current
B
82
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in YORK, YO42 4JA. The property offers 365m² (3929 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground 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. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1433, comprising £1216 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £115 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Rookhouse Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this YORK property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1433 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 365m², 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 YO42 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs YORK
vs YO42
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £600/year more than the YORK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Apr 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Rookhouse Farm
Everingham
YO42 4JA
YORK
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
365.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
4.6 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
83 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Apr 2014
assessment for green deal
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 £383 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The YO42 postcode district contains over 6300 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
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1216.0/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£115.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, with external insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not 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
Holme-upon-Spalding Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Melbourne Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Woldgate School and Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Pocklington Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Barmby Moor Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Mount Pleasant Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
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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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.