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7, Lapwing Close

OL11 5PY

ROCHDALE

Current

C

70

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ROCHDALE, OL11 5PY. The property offers 156m² (1679 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1163, comprising £880 for heating, £131 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2019 for £325,000.

How Does 7, Lapwing Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this ROCHDALE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1163 are approximately £637 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 156m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the OL11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs ROCHDALE

This property70
Average62
+13% better
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vs OL11

This property70
Average61
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £396/year more than the ROCHDALE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Apr 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

7, Lapwing Close

OL11 5PY

ROCHDALE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

156.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

35 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

199 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Apr 2019

marketed sale

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About ROCHDALE

ROCHDALE is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in ROCHDALE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The OL11 postcode district contains over 15100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£325,000

5 November 2019

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£880.0/yr

Save £69/yr

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Hot Water

£131.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£152.0/yr

Save £61/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bamford Academy

Primary
📍0 miles awayOL11 5PS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Whittaker Moss Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL11 5XP

Last inspected: Oct 2008

Outstanding

Caldershaw Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL12 7QL

Last inspected: Dec 2011

Outstanding

St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL12 7QL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayOL11 5EF
?Not yet rated

St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayOL10 4BB

Last inspected: Feb 2009

Outstanding

Norden Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayOL12 7RQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Matthew Moss High School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayOL11 3LU
?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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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