Energy Performance Certificate
Woodlands, Woodthorpe Grove
WF2 6BU
Wakefield
Current
B
88
Potential
A
94
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Wakefield, WF2 6BU. The property offers 246m² (2648 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1410, comprising £786 for heating, £422 for hot water, and £202 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Woodlands Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this Wakefield property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1410 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 246m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WF2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Wakefield
vs WF2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £913/year more than the Wakefield average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Woodlands
Woodthorpe Grove
Sandal
WF2 6BU
Wakefield
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
246.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 94
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
57 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 May 2024
new dwelling
About Wakefield
Wakefield is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in Wakefield have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £289 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WF2 postcode district contains over 18900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£786.0/yr
Hot Water
£422.0/yr
Save £162/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£202.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Kettlethorpe High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Walton Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Hendal Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Sandal Magna Community Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Methodist Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School: With Communication Resource
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.