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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

7, Larkfield, Eccleston

PR7 5RN

CHORLEY

Current

F

36

Potential

A

104

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,922

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£659

potential per year

This property costs approximately £122 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,263 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a A rating — saving up to £1,263 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Current Costs
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached bungalow is located in CHORLEY, PR7 5RN. The property offers 100m² (1076 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (104/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1922, comprising £1436 for heating, £404 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 9.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

A(104 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2016

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

71.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

7, Larkfield

Eccleston

PR7 5RN

CHORLEY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

100.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

9.0 tonnes/year

89 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

506 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in CHORLEY

CHORLEY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PR7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1436 /yr

Save £921/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£404 /yr

Save £323/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

71.0% low energy

£82 /yr

Save £19/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPR7 5TE

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Eccleston Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPR7 5RA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Heskin Pemberton's Church of England VA Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR7 5LU

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, Mawdesley

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayL40 3PP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayL40 2QT

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayPR26 9HH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Trinity and St Michael's VA CofE/Methodist Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR26 9HJ

Last inspected: Mar 2016

Outstanding

Christ Church Charnock Richard CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPR7 5NA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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
⬇️

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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Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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