Energy Performance Certificate
4 Genista Close, Liverpool
L9 1JY
Current
D
64
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in the L9 1JY postcode area. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1382, comprising £1125 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 4 Genista Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this L9 property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1382 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.1 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 L9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs L9
vs L9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £532/year more than the L9 average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Mar 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
4 Genista Close
Liverpool
L9 1JY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
74.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
64 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
42 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
241 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Mar 2023
rental
About This Area
Heating costs are £275 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The L9 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1125.0/yr
Save £177/yr
Hot Water
£156.0/yr
Save £55/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£101.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Northcote Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Alsop High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Hillside High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Francis de Sales Catholic Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Arnot St Mary CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Monica's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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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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.