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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Sandyforth Farm, Ashton Road

WN5 7XZ

WIGAN

Current

C

76

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WIGAN, WN5 7XZ. The property offers 320m² (3444 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £2029, comprising £1480 for heating, £409 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 2 Sandyforth Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this WIGAN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2029 are close to the UK average. At 320m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WN5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs WIGAN

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs WN5

This property76
Average60
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1321/year more than the WIGAN 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 May 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Sandyforth Farm

Ashton Road

Billinge

WN5 7XZ

WIGAN

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

320.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

5.8 tonnes/year

18 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

106 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 May 2020

new dwelling

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About WIGAN

WIGAN is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in WIGAN have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £772 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WN5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating and radiators, pipes in screed above insulation, electric

£1480.0/yr

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Hot Water

£409.0/yr

Save £182/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£140.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating and radiators, pipes in screed above insulation, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Winstanley Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWN3 6JP

Last inspected: Nov 2016

Outstanding

St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wigan

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWN3 6EE

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

Rectory CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWN4 0QF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Marus Bridge Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWN3 6SP

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWN5 7LS

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWN3 6BL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWN4 0DL

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Garswood Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayWN4 0SF

Last inspected: Jun 2017

Outstanding

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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