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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Temple House, Temple Bruer

LN5 0DG

LINCOLN

Current

F

24

Potential

F

38

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£6,193

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£4,785

potential per year

This property costs approximately £4,393 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,408 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating — saving up to £1,408 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£6,193/yr
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1408/yrPayback: ~2 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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£11,000
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in LINCOLN, LN5 0DG. The property offers 465.12m² (5007 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (24/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £6193, comprising £5789 for heating, £220 for hot water, and £184 for lighting. The property produces 30.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(24 points)

Achievable Rating

F(38 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2011

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

29.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Temple House

Temple Bruer

LN5 0DG

LINCOLN

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

📐

Floor Area

465.12

9.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

30.0 tonnes/year

79 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

374 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in LINCOLN

LINCOLN properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LN5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£5789 /yr

Save £1270/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£220 /yr

Save £61/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

29.0% low energy

£184 /yr

Save £77/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cranwell Primary School (Foundation)

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayNG34 8HH

Last inspected: Dec 2011

Outstanding

The Welbourn Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayLN5 0NH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Navenby Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayLN5 0EP

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn

Secondary
📍2.9 miles awayLN5 0PA

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Digby the Tedder Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayLN4 3JY

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Leadenham Church of England Academy

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayLN5 0QB
?Not yet rated

The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayNG34 8JS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Digby Church of England School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayLN4 3LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 5 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:5 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (100%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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