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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

12, Surma Close

OL16 5NR

ROCHDALE

Current

F

36

Potential

C

75

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,103

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,055

potential per year

This property costs approximately £303 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,048 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,048 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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Investment
£17,500
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£2,103/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1048/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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£3,500
£11,000
Cost
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in ROCHDALE, OL16 5NR. The property offers 109m² (1173 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £2103, comprising £1733 for heating, £259 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 9.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 May 2016

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

📍

Full Address

12, Surma Close

OL16 5NR

ROCHDALE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

109.0

6.0 total rooms

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

9.8 tonnes/year

90 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

509 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in ROCHDALE

ROCHDALE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (OL16) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1733 /yr

Save £827/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£259 /yr

Save £177/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy

£111 /yr

Save £44/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayOL16 5JQ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Lowerplace Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayOL16 4UU

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Deeplish Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayOL11 1LT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Rochdale

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayOL16 4AW

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Kingsway Park High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayOL16 4XA
?Not yet rated

St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayOL11 1EZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Balderstone

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayOL11 2HB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Broadfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL16 1QT

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 280 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:280 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:42 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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