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Energy Performance Certificate

162 Tithebarn Lane, MELLING

L31 1EQ

LIVERPOOL

Current

D

57

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LIVERPOOL, L31 1EQ. The property offers 141m² (1518 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2926, comprising £2154 for heating, £617 for hot water, and £155 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 162 Tithebarn Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this LIVERPOOL property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2926 annually are £1126 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 141m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the L31 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs LIVERPOOL

This property57
Average63
-10% below
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vs L31

This property57
Average60
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2257/year more than the LIVERPOOL 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(57 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Apr 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

162 Tithebarn Lane

MELLING

L31 1EQ

LIVERPOOL

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

141.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

35 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

205 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Apr 2024

new dwelling

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About LIVERPOOL

LIVERPOOL is situated in Liverpool, North West. Properties in LIVERPOOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £1485 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The L31 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£2154/yr

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Hot Water

£617/yr

Save £313/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£155/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.28 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Melling Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayL31 1DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL32 0TP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ravenscroft Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL33 1XT

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Summerhill Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL31 3DT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Westvale Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL32 0RQ

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Millbrook Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL32 0TG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Kirkby CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayL32 1TZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Hudson Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayL31 5LE

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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: 366 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:366 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:146 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.

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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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