Energy Performance Certificate
3, Sherwood Close
BB9 8DU
NELSON
Current
B
82
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NELSON, BB9 8DU. The property offers 92.01m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £466, comprising £310 for heating, £104 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 3, Sherwood Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this NELSON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £466 are approximately £1334 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 92.01m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BB9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NELSON
vs BB9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £514/year less than the NELSON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 7 Sept 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Sherwood Close
BB9 8DU
NELSON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
92.01 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
130 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Sept 2010
rental (social)
About NELSON
NELSON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in NELSON have an average EPC rating of D (score 55/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £670 below the NELSON average, offering good value. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 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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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£310.0/yr
Hot Water
£104.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£52.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castercliff Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Pendle Vale College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Walverden Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Bradley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Colne Primet Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
121 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
49 incidents (16%)
Shoplifting
24 incidents (8%)
Theft
23 incidents (7%)
Public order
19 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.