Energy Performance Certificate
8 Solar Road
L9 9AS
LIVERPOOL
Current
A
92
Potential
A
98
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LIVERPOOL, L9 9AS. The property offers 103m² (1109 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1603, comprising £941 for heating, £533 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2021 for £148,800, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 8 Solar Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this LIVERPOOL property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1603 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 103m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 L9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LIVERPOOL
vs L9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £934/year more than the LIVERPOOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Solar Road
L9 9AS
LIVERPOOL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
103.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
92 / 100
Potential: 98
CO₂ Emissions
0.6 tonnes/year
5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
32 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Feb 2024
ECO assessment
About LIVERPOOL
LIVERPOOL is situated in Liverpool, North West. Properties in LIVERPOOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £272 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The L9 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£148,800
4 March 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£135,000
1 June 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 10.2% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£941.0/yr
Save £179/yr
Hot Water
£533.0/yr
Save £151/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£129.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Longmoor Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Archbishop Beck Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Barlows Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Northcote Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Monica's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
Holy Name Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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.
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.