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15 Blackwin Street, Gorton

M12 5LD

Current

C

74

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in the M12 5LD postcode area. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £415, comprising £296 for heating, £84 for hot water, and £35 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 15 Blackwin Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this M12 property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £415 are approximately £1385 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 M12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs M12

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs M12

This property74
Average64
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £435/year less than the M12 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 26 May 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

15 Blackwin Street

Gorton

M12 5LD

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

43.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

194 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 May 2021

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £554 below the average, offering good value. The M12 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£296.0/yr

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Hot Water

£84.0/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£35.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

All Saints Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayM12 5PW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Barnabas CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayM11 2JX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Peter's RC High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayM12 4WB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Armitage CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayM12 5NP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Co-op Academy Belle Vue

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayM12 4BA
?Not yet rated

The East Manchester Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayM11 3DS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St James' CofE Primary School Gorton

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayM18 8LW

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Brigid's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayM11 3DR

Last inspected: Jan 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Other crime

1 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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