Energy Performance Certificate
Craven Laithe Cottage, Gisburn Road
BB9 6NH
Nelson
Current
D
56
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Nelson, BB9 6NH. The property offers 141m² (1518 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £1867, comprising £1662 for heating, £82 for hot water, and £123 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Craven Laithe Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this Nelson property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1867 are close to the UK average. At 141m², 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 BB9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Nelson
vs BB9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1258/year more than the Nelson average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Craven Laithe Cottage
Gisburn Road
Blacko
BB9 6NH
Nelson
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
141.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Nov 2024
new dwelling
About Nelson
Nelson is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in Nelson have an average EPC rating of C (score 76/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £1053 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG
£1662.0/yr
Hot Water
£82.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£123.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG
Main Fuel
Gas: bulk LPG
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Blacko Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Roughlee Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Gisburn Road Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Barrowford School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
West Craven High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 2 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.
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.