Energy Performance Certificate
Westlands, Dishforth
YO7 3LP
THIRSK
Current
F
35
Potential
C
75
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,274
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,558
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,474 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,716 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 THIRSK, YO7 3LP. The property offers 125m² (1346 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). 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 £4274, comprising £3453 for heating, £671 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 9.3 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 7 Oct 2024
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
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
88.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Westlands
Dishforth
YO7 3LP
THIRSK
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
125.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.3 tonnes/year
74 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
439 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in THIRSK
THIRSK properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (YO7) 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
Room heaters, electric
£3453 /yr
Save £1322/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£671 /yr
Save £417/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
88.0% low energy
£150 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Dishforth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Dishforth Airfield Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Topcliffe CofE Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Alanbrooke Academy
PrimarySharow Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Peter's Brafferton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast 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: 165 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
2 incidents (40%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (20%)
Public order
1 incidents (20%)
violent crime
1 incidents (20%)
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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