Energy Performance Certificate
The Arches, Rackford Farm
S25 4DF
SHEFFIELD
Current
F
30
Potential
D
65
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,372
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,430
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,572 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,942 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in SHEFFIELD, S25 4DF. The property offers 204m² (2196 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (65/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4372, comprising £3886 for heating, £336 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 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 17 Mar 2025
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 or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
The Arches
Rackford Farm
S25 4DF
SHEFFIELD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
204.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
243 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SHEFFIELD
SHEFFIELD properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (S25) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£3886 /yr
Save £1810/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£336 /yr
Save £132/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£150 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Anston Brook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Anston Hillcrest Primary School
PrimaryAnston Park Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Anston Park Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Anston Greenlands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Dinnington Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Dinnington High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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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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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