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13 Harwood Gardens

OL10 1DB

HEYWOOD

Current

C

72

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in HEYWOOD, OL10 1DB. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1077, comprising £778 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 13 Harwood Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this HEYWOOD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1077 are approximately £723 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 1.9 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 OL10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs HEYWOOD

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs OL10

This property72
Average62
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £401/year more than the HEYWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Aug 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

13 Harwood Gardens

OL10 1DB

HEYWOOD

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

49.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

223 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Aug 2023

Stock condition survey

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About HEYWOOD

HEYWOOD is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in HEYWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The OL10 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the HEYWOOD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£778.0/yr

Save £180/yr

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Hot Water

£190.0/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£109.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, 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 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Harwood Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayOL10 1DG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayOL10 2AA

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayOL10 2AA

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayOL10 4XB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Hopwood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayOL10 2HN

Last inspected: Oct 2008

Outstanding

Newhouse Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayOL10 2NT
?Not yet rated

All Souls Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayOL10 4DF

Last inspected: Apr 2011

Outstanding

Woodland Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL10 3BX

Last inspected: Oct 2019

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.

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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