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Energy Performance Certificate

1 Fernhurst Barn

BB2 4DU

BLACKBURN

Current

C

70

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BLACKBURN, BB2 4DU. The property offers 179m² (1927 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £2922, comprising £1886 for heating, £818 for hot water, and £218 for lighting. The property produces 5.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2024 for £340,000, with 4 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 1 Fernhurst Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BLACKBURN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2922 annually are £1122 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 179m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BB2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BLACKBURN

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BB2

This property70
Average60
+17% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2080/year more than the BLACKBURN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Jun 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Fernhurst Barn

BB2 4DU

BLACKBURN

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

179.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

5.0 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

161 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jun 2023

marketed sale

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About BLACKBURN

BLACKBURN is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in BLACKBURN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £1044 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB2 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£340,000

28 March 2024

Type: Semi-Detached

+£70,000(+25.9%)

vs previous sale

£270,000

25 October 2016

Type: O

+£25,000(+10.2%)

vs previous sale

£245,000

11 September 2015

Type: Terraced

+£5,000(+2.1%)

vs previous sale

£240,000

13 March 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 4 times since 2015. Value has increased by 41.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1886.0/yr

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Hot Water

£818.0/yr

Save £364/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£218.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Primary
📍0 miles awayBB2 4JJ

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Longshaw Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB2 3NF

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB2 3UG

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Longshaw Community Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBB2 3NX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Meadowhead Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB2 4QG

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB2 4EW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB2 4TT

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Lower Darwen Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBB3 0RB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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