Energy Performance Certificate
18a Whalley Banks
BB2 1NU
Blackburn
Current
D
56
Potential
D
63
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in Blackburn, BB2 1NU. The property offers 33m² (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £837, comprising £227 for heating, £549 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2020 for £75,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 18a Whalley Banks Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this Blackburn property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £837 are approximately £963 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 33m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 BB2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Blackburn
vs BB2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £332/year more than the Blackburn average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Nov 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
18a Whalley Banks
BB2 1NU
Blackburn
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
33.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
0.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 63
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
71 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
418 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Nov 2020
ECO assessment
About Blackburn
Blackburn is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in Blackburn have an average EPC rating of C (score 79/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £278 below the Blackburn average, offering good value. The BB2 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties. Like many Blackburn properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£75,000
22 October 2020
Type: O
vs previous sale
£75,000
30 August 2016
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£227.0/yr
Save £101/yr
Hot Water
£549.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£61.0/yr
Save £30/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
No system present: electric heaters assumed
Main Fuel
To be used only when there is no heating/hot-water system or data is from a community network
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Griffin Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Queen Elizabeth's Primary School
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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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.