Energy Performance Certificate
28, Thorns Road
BL1 6NX
BOLTON
Current
D
63
Potential
D
63
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BOLTON, BL1 6NX. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £873, comprising £665 for heating, £123 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £128,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 28, Thorns Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this BOLTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £873 are approximately £927 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.7 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 BL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOLTON
vs BL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £145/year more than the BOLTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Nov 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
28, Thorns Road
BL1 6NX
BOLTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
84.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 63
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
231 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Nov 2013
assessment for green deal
About BOLTON
BOLTON is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in BOLTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BL1 postcode district contains over 23700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£128,000
24 October 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£88,500
13 January 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 44.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£665.0/yr
Hot Water
£123.0/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£85.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Thornleigh Salesian College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Eden Boys' School Bolton
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Thomas C of E Primary School, Halliwell
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
The Valley Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
High Lawn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Smithills School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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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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.