Energy Performance Certificate
17, Hinton Crescent, Appleton
WA4 3DF
WARRINGTON
Current
E
47
Potential
B
85
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,281
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£582
potential per year
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach B — saving up to £699/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced house is located in WARRINGTON, WA4 3DF. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (47/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1281, comprising £948 for heating, £239 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Jul 2015
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
22.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
17, Hinton Crescent
Appleton
WA4 3DF
WARRINGTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
83.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
402 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in WARRINGTON
WARRINGTON has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£948 /yr
Save £494/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£239 /yr
Save £164/yr
💡 Lighting
22.0% low energy
£94 /yr
Save £41/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Broomfields Junior School
PrimarySt Monica's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Bridgewater High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Thomas' CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2015
Stockton Heath Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
21 incidents (34%)
Public order
11 incidents (18%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (15%)
Anti-social behaviour
7 incidents (11%)
Vehicle crime
4 incidents (7%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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