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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Wilkinson Park Drive

WN7 4BJ

LEIGH

Current

B

87

Potential

A

93

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in LEIGH, WN7 4BJ. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). This property benefits from a air 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. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £924, comprising £495 for heating, £377 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2015 for £214,995.

How Does 2 Wilkinson Park Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this LEIGH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £924 are approximately £876 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.3 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 WN7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property87
Average60
+45% better
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vs LEIGH

This property87
Average62
+40% better
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vs WN7

This property87
Average62
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £287/year more than the LEIGH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(87 points)

Potential Rating

A(93 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Wilkinson Park Drive

WN7 4BJ

LEIGH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2022 onwards

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Floor Area

87.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

87 / 100

Potential: 93

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CO₂ Emissions

0.3 tonnes/year

4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

38 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Jun 2025

marketed sale

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About LEIGH

LEIGH is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in LEIGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WN7 postcode district contains over 17700 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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Property Sale History

£214,995

26 June 2015

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£495.0/yr

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Hot Water

£377.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£52.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Leigh St Peter's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWN7 4TP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWA3 1EW

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Gilded Hollins Community School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWN7 3PQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Lowton Church of England High School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayWA3 1DU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bickershaw CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWN2 4AE

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Newton Westpark Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWN7 5JY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Leigh St Mary's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWN7 1YE

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Leigh Central Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWN7 1UY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

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: 490 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:490 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:196 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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