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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Bathurst Street

BB2 1DB

BLACKBURN

Current

D

62

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BLACKBURN, BB2 1DB. The property offers 62m² (667 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £720, comprising £429 for heating, £252 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3, Bathurst Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BLACKBURN property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £720 are approximately £1080 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 BB2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BLACKBURN

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BB2

This property62
Average60
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £122/year less than the BLACKBURN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Bathurst Street

BB2 1DB

BLACKBURN

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

62.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

250 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Nov 2013

marketed sale

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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 £413 below the BLACKBURN average, offering good value. 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

Room heaters, electric

£429.0/yr

Save £225/yr

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Hot Water

£252.0/yr

Save £134/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£39.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

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 Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBB2 1LQ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayBB2 6DF

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Queen Elizabeth's Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBB2 6DF
?Not yet rated

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

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBB2 1SN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Outstanding

St Michael With St John CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBB1 6LE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBB1 8EG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBB2 6HQ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBB2 2LD

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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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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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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