Energy Performance Certificate
Smiths Barn, Ellel
LA2 0QA
LANCASTER
Current
C
74
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 0QA. The property offers 242m² (2605 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1164, comprising £892 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £133 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Smiths Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1164 are approximately £636 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 242m², 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 LA2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LANCASTER
vs LA2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £362/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Aug 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
Smiths Barn
Ellel
LA2 0QA
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
INVALID!
Floor Area
242.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
109 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Aug 2020
marketed sale
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£892.0/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Save £43/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£133.0/yr
Save £4/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (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
Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2013
Moorside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2012
Quernmore Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Bowerham Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 500 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.