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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

22, Peter Street

WA10 2EB

ST. HELENS

Current

G

9

Potential

B

86

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,489

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£561

potential per year

This property costs approximately £689 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,928 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,928 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Air Source Heat Pump

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in ST. HELENS, WA10 2EB. The property offers 78m² (840 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (9/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2489, comprising £1639 for heating, £749 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 8.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(9 points)

Achievable Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 May 2015

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

22, Peter Street

WA10 2EB

ST. HELENS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

78.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

8.7 tonnes/year

110 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

650 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in ST. HELENS

ST. HELENS properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WA10) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1639 /yr

Save £1201/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£749 /yr

Save £676/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£101 /yr

Save £51/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary & St Thomas' CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWA10 2HS

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Outstanding

Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWA10 4NQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWA10 4HX

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWA10 1LN

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Rivington Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWA10 6LF

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWA10 1LW

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Outstanding

Cowley International College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayWA10 6PN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

De La Salle School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayWA10 4QH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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
⬇️

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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Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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