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Energy Performance Certificate

1a Draycot Avenue

FY3 7NR

BLACKPOOL

Current

C

70

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BLACKPOOL, FY3 7NR. The property offers 33m² (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. 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 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 £424, comprising £326 for heating, £62 for hot water, and £36 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1a Draycot Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BLACKPOOL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £424 are approximately £1376 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. CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 FY3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BLACKPOOL

This property70
Average58
+21% better
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vs FY3

This property70
Average57
+23% better

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: £373/year less than the BLACKPOOL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Nov 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a Draycot Avenue

FY3 7NR

BLACKPOOL

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

33.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

259 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Nov 2021

rental

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About BLACKPOOL

BLACKPOOL is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in BLACKPOOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £471 below the BLACKPOOL average, offering good value. The FY3 postcode district contains over 11500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BLACKPOOL area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£326.0/yr

Save £15/yr

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Hot Water

£62.0/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£36.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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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

(another dwelling below)

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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 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Layton Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayFY3 7DX

Last inspected: Oct 2017

Outstanding

Boundary Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayFY3 7RW

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Christ The King Catholic Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayFY3 7FG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayFY3 7EQ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Blackpool Aspire Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayFY3 7LS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Unity Academy Blackpool

All-through
📍0.7 miles awayFY2 0TS

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Devonshire Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayFY3 8AF

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayFY1 2SD

Last inspected: Dec 2021

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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