Energy Performance Certificate
10 Birchtree Drive, Melling
L31 1DE
LIVERPOOL
Current
C
73
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LIVERPOOL, L31 1DE. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1576, comprising £1167 for heating, £253 for hot water, and £156 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £335,000.
How Does 10 Birchtree Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LIVERPOOL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1576 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 97m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 L31 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LIVERPOOL
vs L31
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £907/year more than the LIVERPOOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Nov 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
10 Birchtree Drive
Melling
L31 1DE
LIVERPOOL
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
97.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
174 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Nov 2023
marketed sale
About LIVERPOOL
LIVERPOOL is situated in Liverpool, North West. Properties in LIVERPOOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £498 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The L31 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£335,000
3 September 2024
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1167/yr
Hot Water
£253/yr
Save £82/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£156/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Melling Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Westvale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Millbrook Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
Kirkby CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Aintree Davenhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Dixons Fazakerley Academy
SecondaryAbout 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
45 incidents (56%)
Public order
10 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
7 incidents (9%)
Anti-social behaviour
5 incidents (6%)
Drugs
5 incidents (6%)
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. 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.