Energy Performance Certificate
82, Edale Road
WN7 2BE
LEIGH
Current
D
66
Potential
D
67
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LEIGH, WN7 2BE. The property offers 81.7m² (879 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 D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £671, comprising £540 for heating, £88 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2018 for £96,500.
How Does 82, Edale Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this LEIGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £671 are approximately £1129 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.8 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 WN7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEIGH
vs WN7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £34/year more than the LEIGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Jun 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
82, Edale Road
WN7 2BE
LEIGH
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
81.7 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 67
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
46 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
275 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Jun 2009
marketed sale
About LEIGH
LEIGH is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in LEIGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The WN7 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£96,500
23 October 2018
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£540.0/yr
Save £19/yr
Hot Water
£88.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£43.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Bedford High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Leigh CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Christ Church CofE Primary School, Pennington
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Leigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
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.