Energy Performance Certificate
Apartment 20 Cara House, 12, Whalley Road
M16 8AB
MANCHESTER
Current
C
77
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in MANCHESTER, M16 8AB. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £423, comprising £230 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Apartment 20 Cara House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this MANCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £423 are approximately £1377 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 M16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs MANCHESTER
vs M16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £191/year less than the MANCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Jun 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Apartment 20 Cara House
12, Whalley Road
M16 8AB
MANCHESTER
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
58.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
247 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Jun 2014
marketed sale
About MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £384 below the MANCHESTER average, offering good value. The M16 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£230.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Hot Water
£128.0/yr
Lighting
56.0% low energy
£65.0/yr
Save £20/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2009
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Manley Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2011
St Margaret's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Alphonsus RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2014
Seymour Park Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2010
Old Trafford Community Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Rolls Crescent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
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: 257 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
2 incidents (100%)
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.