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Energy Performance Certificate

5, Dougall Walk

M12 5HP

MANCHESTER

Current

D

66

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in MANCHESTER, M12 5HP. The property offers 87.88m² (946 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £698, comprising £505 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £71 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5, Dougall Walk Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this MANCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £698 are approximately £1102 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 87.88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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 M12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs MANCHESTER

This property66
Average63
+5% better
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vs M12

This property66
Average64
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £84/year more than the MANCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Dougall Walk

M12 5HP

MANCHESTER

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

87.88

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

264 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Feb 2009

non marketed sale

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About MANCHESTER

MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The M12 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£505.0/yr

Save £92/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

Save £17/yr

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Lighting

30.0% low energy

£71.0/yr

Save £29/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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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 - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 30% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

All Saints Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayM12 5PW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Armitage CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayM12 5NP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

St Peter's RC High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayM12 4WB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Barnabas CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM11 2JX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The East Manchester Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayM11 3DS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Luke's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayM12 4NG

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Dean Trust Ardwick

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayM13 0LF

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Co-op Academy Belle Vue

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayM12 4BA
?Not yet rated

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.

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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.

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