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Energy Performance Certificate

4, Grange Drive, Hartford

CW8 3AE

NORTHWICH

Current

C

74

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NORTHWICH, CW8 3AE. The property offers 258.93m² (2787 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £1035, comprising £444 for heating, £411 for hot water, and £180 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4, Grange Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this NORTHWICH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1035 are approximately £765 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 258.93m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.8 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 CW8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs NORTHWICH

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs CW8

This property74
Average62
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £287/year more than the NORTHWICH 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Sept 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Grange Drive

Hartford

CW8 3AE

NORTHWICH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

258.93

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

102 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Sept 2009

new dwelling

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About NORTHWICH

NORTHWICH is situated in Cheshire, North West. Properties in NORTHWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £304 below the NORTHWICH average, offering good value. The CW8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£444.0/yr

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Hot Water

£411.0/yr

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Lighting

12.0% low energy

£180.0/yr

Save £45/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m?K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hartford Church of England High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCW8 1LH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCW8 3BY

Last inspected: Jun 2008

Outstanding

Hartford Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCW8 1NA
?Not yet rated

Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCW8 1NU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCW8 4AZ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCW8 1JW

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Nicholas Catholic High School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayCW8 1JW

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Weaverham Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayCW8 3BD

Last inspected: Jan 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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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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