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Energy Performance Certificate

45, Astley Brook Close

BL1 8RT

BOLTON

Current

D

67

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BOLTON, BL1 8RT. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £650, comprising £317 for heating, £276 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2015 for £62,500. 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 45, Astley Brook Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this BOLTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £650 are approximately £1150 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 BL1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs BOLTON

This property67
Average61
+10% better
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vs BL1

This property67
Average60
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £78/year less than the BOLTON 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(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Jun 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, Astley Brook Close

BL1 8RT

BOLTON

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

63.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

213 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Jun 2014

marketed sale

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About BOLTON

BOLTON is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in BOLTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £411 below the BOLTON average, offering good value. The BL1 postcode district contains over 23700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£62,500

13 March 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£317.0/yr

Save £144/yr

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Hot Water

£276.0/yr

Save £152/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Castle Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBL2 2JT

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 8QA

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

The Valley Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 8JG

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

St Columba's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL2 3AR

Last inspected: Sept 2013

Outstanding

Canon Slade School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBL2 3BP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Eden Boys' School Bolton

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBL1 3QE

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

The Olive School, Bolton

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBL1 8HT

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Outstanding

Tonge Moor Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBL2 2PF

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: 420 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:420 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:168 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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