Energy Performance Certificate
36, St. Michael's Close
BB2 5DG
BLACKBURN
Current
C
72
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached bungalow is located in BLACKBURN, BB2 5DG. The property offers 62.85m² (677 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £536, comprising £392 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 36, St. Michael's Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BLACKBURN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £536 are approximately £1264 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.5 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 BB2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BLACKBURN
vs BB2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £306/year less than the BLACKBURN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 29 Sept 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
36, St. Michael's Close
BB2 5DG
BLACKBURN
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
62.85 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
243 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Sept 2009
marketed sale
About BLACKBURN
BLACKBURN is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in BLACKBURN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £450 below the BLACKBURN average, offering good value. The BB2 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BLACKBURN area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£392.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Hot Water
£81.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£63.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Livesey Saint Francis' Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Feniscowles Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Meadowhead Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy
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: 493 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
35 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
18 incidents (20%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (10%)
Public order
8 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
6 incidents (7%)
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.