Energy Performance Certificate
89, Thornham Drive
BL1 7RF
BOLTON
Current
D
68
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BOLTON, BL1 7RF. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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. 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 £635, comprising £485 for heating, £76 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2018 for £145,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 89, Thornham Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BOLTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £635 are approximately £1165 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 BL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOLTON
vs BL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £93/year less than the BOLTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Feb 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
89, Thornham Drive
BL1 7RF
BOLTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
55.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
47 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
268 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Feb 2015
non marketed sale
About BOLTON
BOLTON is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in BOLTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £243 below the BOLTON average, offering good value. The BL1 postcode district contains over 23700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£145,000
25 October 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£125,000
16 August 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 16.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£485.0/yr
Save £103/yr
Hot Water
£76.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£74.0/yr
Save £37/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 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
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Sharples Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Sharples School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
The Oaks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2010
Turton School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
High Lawn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Eagley Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Eagley Infant 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.