Energy Performance Certificate
17 Merefield
PR7 1UP
CHORLEY
Current
C
70
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHORLEY, PR7 1UP. The property offers 227m² (2443 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), 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 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 £1439, comprising £1168 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 7.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2022 for £575,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 17 Merefield Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1439 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 227m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.2 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHORLEY
vs PR7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £741/year more than the CHORLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Jan 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
17 Merefield
PR7 1UP
CHORLEY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
227.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
7.2 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
180 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Jan 2022
marketed sale
About CHORLEY
CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £470 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR7 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£575,000
14 October 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£485,000
27 November 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£340,000
16 July 2015
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 69.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1168.0/yr
Save £153/yr
Hot Water
£127.0/yr
Lighting
85.0% low energy
£144.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 85% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Buckshaw Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Parklands High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Michael's Church of England High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Balshaw Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Gillibrand Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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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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.