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Energy Performance Certificate

170, Eaves Lane

PR6 0AU

CHORLEY

Current

D

66

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CHORLEY, PR6 0AU. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £881, comprising £701 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £73 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £100,000.

How Does 170, Eaves Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHORLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £881 are approximately £919 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs CHORLEY

This property66
Average64
+3% better
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vs PR6

This property66
Average60
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £183/year more than the CHORLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Feb 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

170, Eaves Lane

PR6 0AU

CHORLEY

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

87.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

248 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Feb 2015

marketed sale

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About CHORLEY

CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The PR6 postcode district contains over 11100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£100,000

29 May 2015

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£701.0/yr

Save £159/yr

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Hot Water

£107.0/yr

Save £31/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£73.0/yr

Save £18/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Highfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPR6 0SP

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPR6 0DX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPR6 0TE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR6 0JF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPR6 0LB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 1RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Michael's Church of England High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayPR7 1RS

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Duke Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR7 3DU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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