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Energy Performance Certificate

20 St. Helier Close

BB2 4EB

BLACKBURN

Current

C

70

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BLACKBURN, BB2 4EB. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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. 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 £1270, comprising £976 for heating, £210 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 20 St. Helier Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BLACKBURN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1270 are approximately £530 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 97m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 BB2 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 BLACKBURN

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BB2

This property70
Average60
+17% 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: £428/year more than the BLACKBURN 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(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

20 St. Helier Close

BB2 4EB

BLACKBURN

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

97.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

163 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Sept 2025

marketed sale

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About BLACKBURN

BLACKBURN is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in BLACKBURN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The BB2 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£976.0/yr

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Hot Water

£210.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£84.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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

Below average lighting efficiency

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Meadowhead Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBB2 4QG

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBB2 4TT

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB2 4EW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBB2 4JJ

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBB2 2RY

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBB2 4SR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Longshaw Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB2 3NF

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBB2 2LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 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.

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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