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Energy Performance Certificate

73 High Street

BB1 4LD

RISHTON

Current

C

72

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in RISHTON, BB1 4LD. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 £917, comprising £656 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £71 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2023 for £165,000.

How Does 73 High Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this RISHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £917 are approximately £883 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 BB1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs RISHTON

This property72
Average55
+31% better
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vs BB1

This property72
Average57
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £66/year less than the RISHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

73 High Street

BB1 4LD

RISHTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

41.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

237 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Mar 2023

rental

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About RISHTON

RISHTON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in RISHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 55/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £327 below the RISHTON average, offering good value. The BB1 postcode district contains over 20000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£165,000

20 June 2023

Type: O

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£656.0/yr

Save £103/yr

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Hot Water

£190.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£71.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Charles' RC School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBB1 4HT

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Rishton St Peter and St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBB1 4DT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Rishton Methodist Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBB1 4JF

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

The Hyndburn Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayBB1 4ED

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Great Harwood St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBB6 7ES

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Great Harwood Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBB6 7JQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School, Great Harwood

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBB6 7JQ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Clayton-le-Moors All Saints' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBB5 5HT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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: 475 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:475 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:190 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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