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Energy Performance Certificate

33, Wateredge Close

WN7 3UP

LEIGH

Current

C

79

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LEIGH, WN7 3UP. The property offers 98.9m² (1065 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £481, comprising £291 for heating, £101 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2018 for £165,000.

How Does 33, Wateredge Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this LEIGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £481 are approximately £1319 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 98.9m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 WN7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs LEIGH

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs WN7

This property79
Average62
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £156/year less than the LEIGH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

33, Wateredge Close

WN7 3UP

LEIGH

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

98.9

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

135 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Mar 2009

rental (private)

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About LEIGH

LEIGH is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in LEIGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £346 below the LEIGH average, offering good value. The WN7 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£165,000

13 December 2018

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£291.0/yr

Save £13/yr

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Hot Water

£101.0/yr

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Lighting

23.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Save £39/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 23% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christ Church CofE Primary School, Pennington

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWN7 4HB

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Gilded Hollins Community School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWN7 3PQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Leigh St Mary's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWN7 1YE

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Leigh Central Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWN7 1UY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Leigh

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWN7 1UX

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Leigh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWN7 1LP

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Leigh St Peter's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWN7 4TP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh

Primary
📍1 miles awayWN7 2PW

Last inspected: Jan 2022

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

🚀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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