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10 Upland Close

WA10 3SR

ST. HELENS

Current

C

71

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in ST. HELENS, WA10 3SR. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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 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 £467, comprising £356 for heating, £67 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 10 Upland Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this ST. HELENS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £467 are approximately £1333 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WA10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs ST. HELENS

This property71
Average61
+16% better
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vs WA10

This property71
Average60
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £209/year less than the ST. HELENS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Jun 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Upland Close

WA10 3SR

ST. HELENS

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

227 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Jun 2022

rental

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About ST. HELENS

ST. HELENS is situated in Cheshire, North West. Properties in ST. HELENS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £320 below the ST. HELENS average, offering good value. The WA10 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£356.0/yr

Save £35/yr

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Hot Water

£67.0/yr

Save £20/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£44.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, 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, no insulation (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

St Austin's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWA9 5NJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Nutgrove Methodist Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWA9 5NH
?Not yet rated

Thatto Heath Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWA9 5QX

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayL34 2QN

Last inspected: Jan 2015

Outstanding

Longton Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL35 8PB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Prescot Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL34 2TA

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Evelyn Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL34 2SP

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Eccleston Mere Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWA10 5NX

Last inspected: Oct 2021

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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