Energy Performance Certificate
26 Sturgess Close, Ormskirk
L39 1PH
Lancashire
Current
C
75
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Lancashire, L39 1PH. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1881, comprising £1468 for heating, £258 for hot water, and £155 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 26 Sturgess Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this Lancashire property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1881 are close to the UK average. At 2.9 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 L39 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Lancashire
vs L39
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £919/year more than the Lancashire average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Sturgess Close
Ormskirk
L39 1PH
Lancashire
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
82.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
196 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Sept 2022
rental
About Lancashire
Lancashire is situated in Liverpool, North West. Properties in Lancashire have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). Heating costs are £506 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The L39 postcode district contains over 9100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Lancashire area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1468.0/yr
Save £392/yr
Hot Water
£258.0/yr
Save £85/yr
Lighting
82.0% low energy
£155.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 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 82% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ormskirk West End School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Ormskirk Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Ormskirk Asmall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Ormskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Ormskirk School
SecondarySt Bede's Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2012
Westhead Lathom St James' Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
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.