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23 Richmond Avenue

FY5 2BP

THORNTON-CLEVELEYS

Current

A

100

Potential

A

101

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in THORNTON-CLEVELEYS, FY5 2BP. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (100/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1876, comprising £1436 for heating, £262 for hot water, and £178 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2023 for £300,650.

How Does 23 Richmond Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 100/100, this THORNTON-CLEVELEYS property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1876 are close to the UK average. The 130m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 FY5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property100
Average60
+67% better
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vs THORNTON-CLEVELEYS

This property100
Average59
+69% better
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vs FY5

This property100
Average58
+72% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 100/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1084/year more than the THORNTON-CLEVELEYS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(100 points)

Potential Rating

A(101 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

23 Richmond Avenue

FY5 2BP

THORNTON-CLEVELEYS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

130.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

100 / 100

Potential: 101

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CO₂ Emissions

0.6 tonnes/year

4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

19 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 May 2023

marketed sale

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About THORNTON-CLEVELEYS

THORNTON-CLEVELEYS is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in THORNTON-CLEVELEYS have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £644 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The FY5 postcode district contains over 16300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the THORNTON-CLEVELEYS area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£300,650

17 July 2023

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1436.0/yr

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Hot Water

£262.0/yr

Save £84/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£178.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, 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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayFY5 3JW
?Not yet rated

Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayFY5 1EU

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Northfold Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayFY5 2NL

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Anchorsholme Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayFY5 3RX

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayFY5 2TY

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Norbreck Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayFY5 1PD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayFY5 4HL
?Not yet rated

Thornton Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayFY5 4JP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

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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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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