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35 Blackburn Brow

PR6 9AG

CHORLEY

Current

D

56

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CHORLEY, PR6 9AG. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £925, comprising £747 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £68 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2023 for £300,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 35 Blackburn Brow Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this CHORLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £925 are approximately £875 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs CHORLEY

This property56
Average64
-13% below
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vs PR6

This property56
Average60
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £227/year more than the CHORLEY 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(56 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Apr 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

35 Blackburn Brow

PR6 9AG

CHORLEY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

72.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

4.6 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

361 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Apr 2022

marketed sale

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About CHORLEY

CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The PR6 postcode district contains over 11100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHORLEY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£300,000

3 November 2023

Type: Detached

+£67,000(+28.8%)

vs previous sale

£233,000

2 June 2017

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 28.8% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£747.0/yr

Save £262/yr

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Hot Water

£110.0/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

90.0% low energy

£68.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR6 0DX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR6 0JF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Highfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR6 0SP

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR7 1RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Michael's Church of England High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayPR7 1RS

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR6 0TE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR6 8LL

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPR6 0LB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

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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Area Safety

Above Average135 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

71 incidents (53%)

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Anti-social behaviour

17 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

12 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (7%)

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Theft

5 incidents (4%)

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.

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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