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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

3, Bank Lane, Melling

L31 1AX

LIVERPOOL

Current

G

3

Potential

D

55

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,809

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,236

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,009 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,573 annually.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,573 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Air Source Heat Pump

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced house is located in LIVERPOOL, L31 1AX. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (3/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (55/100). 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 £2809, comprising £2146 for heating, £608 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2020 for £140,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(3 points)

Achievable Rating

D(55 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2016

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, dual fuel (mineral and wood)

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

3, Bank Lane

Melling

L31 1AX

LIVERPOOL

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

84.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

14.0 tonnes/year

170 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

770 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in LIVERPOOL

LIVERPOOL properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (L31) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, dual fuel (mineral and wood)

£2146 /yr

Save £1187/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£608 /yr

Save £386/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£55 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to D could add significant value.

£140,000

T

Jun 2020

£95,000

T

Dec 2016

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ravenscroft Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayL33 1XT

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayL33 1DZ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Melling Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayL31 1DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Summerhill Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayL31 3DT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Eastcroft Park School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayL33 1EB

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Millbrook Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayL32 0TG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayL32 0TP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Kirkby CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayL32 1TZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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