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Energy Performance Certificate

Stock Cottage, Bracewell

BD23 3JS

SKIPTON

Current

C

74

Potential

A

114

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SKIPTON, BD23 3JS. The property offers 66m² (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. 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 A rating (114/100). This property benefits from a air 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £583, comprising £387 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Stock Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this SKIPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £583 are approximately £1217 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BD23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs SKIPTON

This property74
Average57
+30% better
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vs BD23

This property74
Average56
+32% better

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: £448/year less than the SKIPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

A(114 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

Stock Cottage

Bracewell

BD23 3JS

SKIPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

66.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 114

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

182 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Mar 2015

marketed sale

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About SKIPTON

SKIPTON is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in SKIPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 57/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £644 below the SKIPTON average, offering good value. The BD23 postcode district contains over 11300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£387.0/yr

Save £18/yr

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Hot Water

£115.0/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£81.0/yr

Save £34/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBB18 5EN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Gisburn Road Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBB18 5LS

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Coates Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayBB18 6EZ

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayBB18 5TB

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

West Craven High School

Secondary
📍2 miles awayBB18 5TB

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Thornton in Craven Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayBD23 3SX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Salterforth Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayBB18 5UD

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Gisburn Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayBB7 4ET

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Outstanding

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

📻Basic Broadband

Average download speed: 4 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:4 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:1 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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