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Energy Performance Certificate

1b Queens Road

M8 8UQ

MANCHESTER

Current

C

79

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in MANCHESTER, M8 8UQ. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £989, comprising £688 for heating, £216 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 1b Queens Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this MANCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £989 are approximately £811 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 123m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². 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 M8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs MANCHESTER

This property79
Average63
+25% better
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vs M8

This property79
Average60
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £375/year more than the MANCHESTER 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

1b Queens Road

M8 8UQ

MANCHESTER

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

123.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

111 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Aug 2025

rental

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About MANCHESTER

MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The M8 postcode district contains over 10300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£688.0/yr

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Hot Water

£216.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£85.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayM8 0SP
?Not yet rated

Oasis Academy Temple

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayM8 8SA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Eden Girls' Leadership Academy , Manchester

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayM8 8DT

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayM8 8DT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Malachy's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayM40 7RG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Unity Community Primary

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayM7 4YE

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Saviour CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM40 7RH

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Marlborough Road Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM7 4XD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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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