Energy Performance Certificate
Tarnbrook, Halton
LA2 6LP
LANCASTER
Current
C
70
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LANCASTER, LA2 6LP. The property offers 196m² (2110 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2477, comprising £2029 for heating, £274 for hot water, and £174 for lighting. The property produces 6.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Tarnbrook Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LANCASTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2477 annually are £677 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 196m², 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 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1675/year more than the LANCASTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 16 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Tarnbrook
Halton
LA2 6LP
LANCASTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
196.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
6.7 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
193 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Jul 2024
ECO assessment
About LANCASTER
LANCASTER is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in LANCASTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1227 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LA2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LANCASTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2029.0/yr
Hot Water
£274.0/yr
Save £116/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£174.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Central Lancaster High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster
PrimaryCastle View Primary Academy
PrimarySlyne-with-Hest, St Luke's, Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Our Lady's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (36%)
violent crime
4 incidents (36%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (18%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (9%)
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.