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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Wheeler Drive, Melling

L31 1DA

LIVERPOOL

Current

C

73

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LIVERPOOL, L31 1DA. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), 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, 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 £1026, comprising £614 for heating, £360 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £92,500.

How Does 2 Wheeler Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LIVERPOOL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1026 are approximately £774 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 L31 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs LIVERPOOL

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs L31

This property73
Average60
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £357/year more than the LIVERPOOL 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Wheeler Drive

Melling

L31 1DA

LIVERPOOL

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

87.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

145 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Sept 2025

rental

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About LIVERPOOL

LIVERPOOL is situated in Liverpool, North West. Properties in LIVERPOOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The L31 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LIVERPOOL area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£92,500

1 October 2015

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£614/yr

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Hot Water

£360/yr

Save £54/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£52/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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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

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Melling Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayL31 1DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Westvale Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayL32 0RQ

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayL32 0TP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Millbrook Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayL32 0TG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Kirkby CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL32 1TZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ravenscroft Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL33 1XT

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayL10 6NJ

Last inspected: Feb 2014

Outstanding

All Saints Catholic High School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayL33 8XF

Last inspected: Nov 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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Area Safety

Above Average100 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

53 incidents (53%)

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Criminal damage

11 incidents (11%)

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Public order

11 incidents (11%)

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Anti-social behaviour

7 incidents (7%)

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Drugs

7 incidents (7%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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