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274 Taylor Close

BB2 2LU

BLACKBURN

Current

D

58

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BLACKBURN, BB2 2LU. The property offers 88mยฒ (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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. 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 ยฃ2298, comprising ยฃ1645 for heating, ยฃ530 for hot water, and ยฃ123 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 274 Taylor Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this BLACKBURN property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ2298 are close to the UK average. The 88mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BB2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
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vs BLACKBURN

This property58
Average60
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vs BB2

This property58
Average60
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ1456/year more than the BLACKBURN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

274 Taylor Close

BB2 2LU

BLACKBURN

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

88.0 mยฒ

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

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Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 84

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

6.0 tonnes/year

68 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

404 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

28 Sept 2024

rental

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About BLACKBURN

BLACKBURN is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in BLACKBURN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are ยฃ803 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB2 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

ยฃ1645.0/yr

Save ยฃ493/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ530.0/yr

Save ยฃ321/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ123.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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Main Fuel

electricity (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 Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.1 miles awayโ€ขBB2 2LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

โœ“Good

St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.1 miles awayโ€ขBB2 2JR

Last inspected: Jan 2023

โœ“Good

Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขBB2 2LD

Last inspected: Mar 2014

โญOutstanding

Griffin Park Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขBB2 2PN

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขBB2 1SN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โญOutstanding

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขBB2 4EW

Last inspected: Jan 2020

โœ“Good

St Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBB2 1LQ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

โœ“Good

St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBB2 2RY

Last inspected: Jun 2021

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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 Crime580 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

204 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

118 incidents (20%)

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Criminal damage

61 incidents (11%)

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Public order

51 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

44 incidents (8%)

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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