Energy Performance Certificate
25 Brookside Close, Billinge
WN5 7NE
Wigan
Current
C
70
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Wigan, WN5 7NE. The property offers 66m² (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 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. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1116, comprising £810 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 25 Brookside Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this Wigan property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1116 are approximately £684 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.7 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 WN5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Wigan
vs WN5
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: £626/year more than the Wigan average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Aug 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
25 Brookside Close
Billinge
WN5 7NE
Wigan
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
66.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
231 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Aug 2023
rental
About Wigan
Wigan is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in Wigan have an average EPC rating of C (score 78/100). Heating costs are £320 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WN5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£810.0/yr
Save £173/yr
Hot Water
£213.0/yr
Save £95/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£93.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Chapel End Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Garswood Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2017
Carr Mill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Rectory CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2014
Ashurst Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.
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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.