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Energy Performance Certificate

130a, Victoria Square

M4 5FA

MANCHESTER

Current

D

65

Potential

D

65

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in MANCHESTER, M4 5FA. The property offers 58.53m² (630 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £622, comprising £472 for heating, £121 for hot water, and £29 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 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 130a, Victoria Square Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this MANCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £622 are approximately £1178 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58.53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 M4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs MANCHESTER

This property65
Average63
+3% better
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vs M4

This property65
Average72
-10% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £8/year more than the MANCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

D(65 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Nov 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

130a, Victoria Square

M4 5FA

MANCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

58.53

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 65

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

56 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

338 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Nov 2009

rental (social)

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About MANCHESTER

MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The M4 postcode district contains over 16300 registered properties. Like many MANCHESTER properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£472.0/yr

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Hot Water

£121.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£29.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Co-Op Academy New Islington

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayM4 6EY

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

St Patrick's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayM4 5HF

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Abbott Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM40 7PR

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Outstanding

St Anne's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM4 7EQ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Park View Community Primary

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayM40 7EJ

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayM8 8DT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Malachy's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayM40 7RG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Eden Girls' Leadership Academy , Manchester

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayM8 8DT

Last inspected: Feb 2022

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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

Very Low Crime2 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

2 incidents (100%)

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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