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Energy Performance Certificate

19, Lorne Street

PR7 2EB

CHORLEY

Current

C

74

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CHORLEY, PR7 2EB. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century 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 (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £593, comprising £433 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2020 for £135,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 19, Lorne Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £593 are approximately £1207 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.5 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 PR7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs CHORLEY

This property74
Average64
+16% better
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vs PR7

This property74
Average64
+16% better

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: £105/year less than the CHORLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jan 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

19, Lorne Street

PR7 2EB

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

79.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

180 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jan 2020

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). Heating costs are £265 below the CHORLEY average, offering good value. The PR7 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£135,000

18 March 2020

Type: Terraced

+£62,500(+86.2%)

vs previous sale

£72,500

20 March 2019

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 86.2% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£433.0/yr

Save £64/yr

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Hot Water

£97.0/yr

Save £29/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£63.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Duke Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPR7 3DU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Gillibrand Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR7 2PJ

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Outstanding

St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2RJ

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2LR

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 3QG

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR6 0LB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Parklands High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 1LL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

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

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR7 1RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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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