Energy Performance Certificate
Sand Villa Farm, Sandside
LA2 0EW
LANCASTER
Current
E
45
Potential
C
74
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£3,357
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,032
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,557 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,325 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £1,325/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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Loft Insulation
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Cavity Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is one of the most cost-effective upgrades available.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 0EW. The property offers 356m² (3832 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (45/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3357, comprising £2889 for heating, £271 for hot water, and £197 for lighting. The property produces 19.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Oct 2022
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Sand Villa Farm
Sandside
LA2 0EW
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
356.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
19.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
199 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in LANCASTER
LANCASTER has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
£2889 /yr
Save £1192/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£271 /yr
Save £133/yr
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy
£197 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cockerham Parochial CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Winmarleigh Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Thurnham Glasson Christ Church, Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Forton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Nateby Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall
PrimaryLast 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: 1 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.
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