Energy Performance Certificate
12 Mansfield Crescent, Brierfield
BB9 5RU
NELSON
Current
D
56
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NELSON, BB9 5RU. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2234, comprising £1582 for heating, £501 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 12 Mansfield Crescent Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this NELSON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2234 are close to the UK average. At 3.7 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 BB9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NELSON
vs BB9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1254/year more than the NELSON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Mansfield Crescent
Brierfield
BB9 5RU
NELSON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
74.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
300 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Apr 2024
not sale or rental
About NELSON
NELSON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in NELSON have an average EPC rating of D (score 55/100). Heating costs are £602 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NELSON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£1582.0/yr
Save £336/yr
Hot Water
£501.0/yr
Save £156/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£151.0/yr
Save £50/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryMarsden Heights Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Pendle Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Reedley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
PrimaryMarsden Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Casterton Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
90 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
43 incidents (19%)
Criminal damage
18 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
17 incidents (7%)
Burglary
16 incidents (7%)
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.