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Energy Performance Certificate

45, Cobden Street

BL1 8BE

BOLTON

Current

A

104

Potential

A

115

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BOLTON, BL1 8BE. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (104/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £851, comprising £658 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 45, Cobden Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 104/100, this BOLTON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £851 are approximately £949 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property104
Average60
+73% better
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vs BOLTON

This property104
Average61
+70% better
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vs BL1

This property104
Average60
+73% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 104/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £123/year more than the BOLTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Current
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

A(104 points)

Potential Rating

A(115 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Mar 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, Cobden Street

BL1 8BE

BOLTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

64.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

104 / 100

Potential: 115

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

55 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Mar 2016

ECO assessment

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The BL1 postcode district contains over 23700 registered properties. Like many BOLTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£658.0/yr

Save £179/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

Save £59/yr

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Lighting

44.0% low energy

£69.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, 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 44% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Thornleigh Salesian College

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayBL1 6PQ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Thomas C of E Primary School, Halliwell

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBL1 3JB

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Eden Boys' School Bolton

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayBL1 3QE

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

Smithills School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 6JS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Joseph's RC Primary School, Halliwell, Bolton

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 3EJ

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 6QJ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Brownlow Fold Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 3DX

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Oxford Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBL1 3EJ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Outstanding

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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