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34 Oaklands Avenue, Barrowford

BB9 8QL

NELSON

Current

C

69

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in NELSON, BB9 8QL. The property offers 68m² (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. 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 £1365, comprising £907 for heating, £415 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 34 Oaklands Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this NELSON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1365 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. CO2 emissions of 0.7 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs NELSON

This property69
Average55
+25% better
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vs BB9

This property69
Average54
+28% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £385/year more than the NELSON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 16 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

34 Oaklands Avenue

Barrowford

BB9 8QL

NELSON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

68.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

11 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

110 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Jul 2025

rental

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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. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NELSON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£907.0/yr

Save £129/yr

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Hot Water

£415.0/yr

Save £86/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£43.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Barrowford School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBB9 6EA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBB9 6QT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBB9 8HD

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Bradley Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBB9 7RF

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Lomeshaye Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBB9 7SY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBB9 9TQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍1 miles awayBB9 7HF

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Pendle Vale College

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayBB9 8LF

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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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