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9, Goldfinch Court

PR7 2RG

CHORLEY

Current

D

67

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in CHORLEY, PR7 2RG. The property offers 64.31m² (692 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £458, comprising £197 for heating, £202 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £90,000.

How Does 9, Goldfinch Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this CHORLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £458 are approximately £1342 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.7 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 PR7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs CHORLEY

This property67
Average64
+5% better
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vs PR7

This property67
Average64
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £240/year less than the CHORLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Nov 2008

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Property Information

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Full Address

9, Goldfinch Court

PR7 2RG

CHORLEY

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

64.31

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

282 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Nov 2008

marketed sale

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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 £501 below the CHORLEY average, offering good value. The PR7 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£90,000

2 October 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£197.0/yr

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Hot Water

£202.0/yr

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Lighting

15.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Save £27/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 15% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Southlands High School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayPR7 2NJ

Last inspected: Dec 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Gillibrand Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2PJ

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Outstanding

Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR7 2LR

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR7 2RJ

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR7 3QG

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Christ Church Charnock Richard CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR7 5NA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Parklands High School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayPR7 1LL

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Duke Street Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR7 3DU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 450 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:450 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:180 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Above Average109 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

68 incidents (62%)

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Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (9%)

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Vehicle crime

6 incidents (6%)

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Public order

3 incidents (3%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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