Energy Performance Certificate
85, Covington Drive
WA9 5RH
ST. HELENS
Current
C
80
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ST. HELENS, WA9 5RH. The property offers 103m² (1109 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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 £490, comprising £301 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £172,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 85, Covington Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this ST. HELENS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £490 are approximately £1310 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 103m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 WA9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. HELENS
vs WA9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £186/year less than the ST. HELENS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
85, Covington Drive
WA9 5RH
ST. HELENS
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
103.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
101 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Sept 2012
new dwelling
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £375 below the ST. HELENS average, offering good value. The WA9 postcode district contains over 21400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£172,000
25 January 2021
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£175,000
17 November 2017
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£301.0/yr
Hot Water
£95.0/yr
Lighting
5.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Save £36/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m?K
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 38% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Sutton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Eaves Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Sherdley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Willow Tree Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Sutton Manor Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Robins Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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: 481 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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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.