Energy Performance Certificate
17 Thorn Drive
OL13 9LF
BACUP
Current
A
94
Potential
A
99
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in BACUP, OL13 9LF. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. 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 £1218, comprising £782 for heating, £327 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 17 Thorn Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this BACUP property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1218 are approximately £582 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 OL13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BACUP
vs OL13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £278/year more than the BACUP average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
17 Thorn Drive
OL13 9LF
BACUP
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
77.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
94 / 100
Potential: 99
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
73 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Jun 2025
rental
About BACUP
BACUP is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in BACUP have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The OL13 postcode district contains over 5800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BACUP area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£782.0/yr
Save £60/yr
Hot Water
£327.0/yr
Save £107/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£109.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryBacup Thorn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2008
Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Britannia Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Sharneyford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Northern Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Bacup Holy Trinity Stacksteads Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2013
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
69 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
22 incidents (15%)
Criminal damage
16 incidents (11%)
Public order
11 incidents (8%)
Theft
6 incidents (4%)
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.