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Energy Performance Certificate

14b Market Avenue

OL6 6AL

Ashton Under Lyne

Current

D

59

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 6AL. The property offers 73m² (786 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 (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2177, comprising £1424 for heating, £574 for hot water, and £179 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate 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 14b Market Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this Ashton Under Lyne property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2177 are close to the UK average.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the OL6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs Ashton Under Lyne

This property59
Average67
-12% below
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vs OL6

This property59
Average61
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1563/year more than the Ashton Under Lyne average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jul 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

14b Market Avenue

OL6 6AL

Ashton Under Lyne

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

73.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

411 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jul 2023

non marketed sale

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About Ashton Under Lyne

Ashton Under Lyne is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in Ashton Under Lyne have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). Heating costs are £810 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The OL6 postcode district contains over 10500 registered properties. Like many Ashton Under Lyne 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

Electric storage heaters

£1424.0/yr

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Hot Water

£574.0/yr

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Lighting

91.0% low energy

£179.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 91% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St James' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayOL6 9HU
?Not yet rated

The Heys Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayOL6 9NS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayOL6 6NN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayOL6 7DU

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Lyndhurst Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySK16 4JS
?Not yet rated

Canon Johnson CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayOL7 9DD

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayOL6 9JJ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Hurst Knoll St James' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayOL6 8JS

Last inspected: Jul 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

🚀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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