Energy Performance Certificate
3 Heather Lea Close
OL10 2QT
HEYWOOD
Current
C
78
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HEYWOOD, OL10 2QT. The property offers 120m² (1292 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1578, comprising £1221 for heating, £180 for hot water, and £177 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2024 for £520,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 3 Heather Lea Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this HEYWOOD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1578 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 120m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². 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 OL10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HEYWOOD
vs OL10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £902/year more than the HEYWOOD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Heather Lea Close
OL10 2QT
HEYWOOD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
120.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
140 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Dec 2023
marketed sale
About HEYWOOD
HEYWOOD is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in HEYWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £545 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The OL10 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£520,000
7 March 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£480,000
18 March 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£372,000
3 February 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 39.8% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1221.0/yr
Hot Water
£180.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£177.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Newhouse Academy
SecondaryHopwood Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2008
Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Harwood Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Woodland Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
All Souls Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2011
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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.