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Energy Performance Certificate

The Breaks, Irthington

CA6 4PE

CARLISLE

Current

D

55

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in CARLISLE, CA6 4PE. The property offers 240m² (2583 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £2953, comprising £2463 for heating, £338 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 18.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does The Breaks Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this CARLISLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2953 annually are £1153 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 240m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 18.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CA6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs CARLISLE

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs CA6

This property55
Average50
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2120/year more than the CARLISLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Jan 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Breaks

Irthington

CA6 4PE

CARLISLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

240.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

18.0 tonnes/year

74 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

426 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Jan 2019

none of the above

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About CARLISLE

CARLISLE is situated in Cumbria, North West. Properties in CARLISLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1630 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CA6 postcode district contains over 3000 registered properties. Like many CARLISLE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£2463.0/yr

Save £729/yr

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Hot Water

£338.0/yr

Save £199/yr

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Lighting

78.0% low energy

£152.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 78% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Irthington Village School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayCA6 4NJ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

William Howard School

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayCA8 1AR

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Brampton Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCA8 1BZ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Lanercost CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayCA8 2HL

Last inspected: Sept 2012

Outstanding

Hayton CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayCA8 9HR

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

Fir Ends Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayCA6 6AY

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Crosby-on-Eden CofE School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayCA6 4QN

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Walton & Lees Hill CofE School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayCA8 2BB

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 100 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:100 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:15 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.

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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.

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