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Energy Performance Certificate

71, Easington Road

WA9 5LQ

ST. HELENS

Current

D

65

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in ST. HELENS, WA9 5LQ. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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 £1124, comprising £914 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 71, Easington Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this ST. HELENS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1124 are approximately £676 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², 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 WA9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs ST. HELENS

This property65
Average61
+7% better
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vs WA9

This property65
Average64
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £448/year more than the ST. HELENS 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(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Mar 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

71, Easington Road

WA9 5LQ

ST. HELENS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

136.0

10.0 total rooms

10.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

199 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Mar 2013

assessment for green deal

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About ST. HELENS

ST. HELENS is situated in Cheshire, North West. Properties in ST. HELENS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £238 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WA9 postcode district contains over 21400 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

£914.0/yr

Save £146/yr

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Hot Water

£100.0/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£110.0/yr

Save £44/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 25 mm loft insulation

Poor
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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

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nutgrove Methodist Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWA9 5NH
?Not yet rated

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWA9 5BT

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Austin's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWA9 5NJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Thatto Heath Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWA9 5QX

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Longton Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayL35 8PB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

St Ann's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayL35 0LQ
?Not yet rated

The Sutton Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayWA9 5AU

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Rainhill High School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayL35 6NY

Last inspected: Feb 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: 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime154 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

79 incidents (51%)

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Public order

14 incidents (9%)

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Drugs

13 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

11 incidents (7%)

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Anti-social behaviour

10 incidents (6%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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