Energy Performance Certificate
87, Towngate, Eccleston
PR7 5QS
CHORLEY
Current
C
72
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CHORLEY, PR7 5QS. The property offers 199m² (2142 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1249, comprising £1001 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £114 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for £430,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 87, Towngate Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1249 are approximately £551 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 199m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHORLEY
vs PR7
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: £551/year more than the CHORLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
87, Towngate
Eccleston
PR7 5QS
CHORLEY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
199.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
169 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Sept 2020
marketed sale
About CHORLEY
CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £303 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR7 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHORLEY area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£430,000
2 February 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£228,000
26 January 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 88.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1001.0/yr
Save £99/yr
Hot Water
£134.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£114.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
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
Eccleston Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, Mawdesley
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Heskin Pemberton's Church of England VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Trinity and St Michael's VA CofE/Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2016
Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
8 incidents (62%)
Anti-social behaviour
3 incidents (23%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (8%)
Theft
1 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.