Energy Performance Certificate
17 Marsden Height Close, Brierfield
BB9 0FA
NELSON
Current
C
74
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NELSON, BB9 0FA. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1374, comprising £1107 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £128 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 17 Marsden Height Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this NELSON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1374 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 143m², 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 BB9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NELSON
vs BB9
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: £394/year more than the NELSON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Mar 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
17 Marsden Height Close
Brierfield
BB9 0FA
NELSON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
143.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
178 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Mar 2025
marketed sale
About NELSON
NELSON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in NELSON have an average EPC rating of D (score 55/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1107.0/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£128.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Briercliffe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Marsden Heights Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Marsden Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryReedley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Walverden Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
PrimaryAbout 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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
90 incidents (45%)
Anti-social behaviour
39 incidents (20%)
Theft
14 incidents (7%)
Burglary
10 incidents (5%)
Criminal damage
10 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.