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24, Devonshire Court, Devonshire Road

PR7 2BW

CHORLEY

Current

C

73

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in CHORLEY, PR7 2BW. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £486, comprising £314 for heating, £106 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 24, Devonshire Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £486 are approximately £1314 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 PR7 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 CHORLEY

This property73
Average64
+14% better
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vs PR7

This property73
Average64
+14% 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: £212/year less than the CHORLEY 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(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 May 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

24, Devonshire Court

Devonshire Road

PR7 2BW

CHORLEY

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

61.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

54 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

306 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 May 2012

marketed sale

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About CHORLEY

CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £384 below the CHORLEY average, offering good value. The PR7 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

Electric storage heaters

£314.0/yr

Save £35/yr

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Hot Water

£106.0/yr

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Lighting

43.0% low energy

£66.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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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

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 43% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR7 1RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Duke Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR7 3DU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Parklands High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPR7 1LL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Michael's Church of England High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 1RS

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Gillibrand Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2PJ

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Outstanding

Highfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR6 0SP

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR6 0LB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2RJ

Last inspected: Jun 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

Higher Crime406 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

213 incidents (52%)

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Anti-social behaviour

55 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

28 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

27 incidents (7%)

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Public order

19 incidents (5%)

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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