Energy Performance Certificate
8 Royston Avenue
M16 8AL
MANCHESTER
Current
C
73
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in MANCHESTER, M16 8AL. The property offers 160m² (1722 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1687, comprising £1334 for heating, £200 for hot water, and £153 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2017 for £240,000.
How Does 8 Royston Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this MANCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1687 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 160m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.0 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 M16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs MANCHESTER
vs M16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1073/year more than the MANCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Royston Avenue
M16 8AL
MANCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
160.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
144 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 May 2024
not sale or rental
About MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £720 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The M16 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the MANCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£240,000
7 February 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1334.0/yr
Hot Water
£200.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£153.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, with external insulation
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully triple glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Manley Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2011
St Margaret's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2009
Seymour Park Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2010
St Alphonsus RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2014
Kings Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Hilda's CofE Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.