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Energy Performance Certificate

12, Kelswick Drive

BB9 0SZ

NELSON

Current

B

83

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in NELSON, BB9 0SZ. The property offers 26.7m² (287 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £279, comprising £203 for heating, £55 for hot water, and £21 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2015 for £32,000.

How Does 12, Kelswick Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this NELSON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £279 are approximately £1521 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 26.7m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 BB9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs NELSON

This property83
Average55
+51% better
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vs BB9

This property83
Average54
+54% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £701/year less than the NELSON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Aug 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Kelswick Drive

BB9 0SZ

NELSON

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

26.7

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

227 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Aug 2009

marketed sale

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About NELSON

NELSON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in NELSON have an average EPC rating of D (score 55/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £777 below the NELSON average, offering good value. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£32,000

31 July 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£203.0/yr

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Hot Water

£55.0/yr

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Lighting

40.0% low energy

£21.0/yr

Save £8/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB9 0PY

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Marsden Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB9 0BE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Walverden Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBB9 0TL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBB9 0DQ
?Not yet rated

Marsden Heights Community College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBB9 0PR

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBB9 9TQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB9 5BL
?Not yet rated

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB9 7HF

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime298 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

118 incidents (40%)

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Anti-social behaviour

54 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

23 incidents (8%)

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Theft

19 incidents (6%)

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Burglary

17 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.

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.

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