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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Cropper Lodge, Cropper Road

FY4 5LB

BLACKPOOL

Current

G

2

Potential

D

60

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£4,716

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,763

potential per year

This property costs approximately £2,916 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,953 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £2,953 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£4,716/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £2733/yrPayback: ~1 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
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2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £2953/yrPayback: ~1 years+10 EPC points
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£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in BLACKPOOL, FY4 5LB. The property offers 203m² (2185 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. Currently rated G (2/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (60/100). 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. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £4716, comprising £4249 for heating, £226 for hot water, and £241 for lighting. The property produces 16.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(2 points)

Achievable Rating

D(60 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Oct 2022

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

5.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 5% of fixed outlets

Very Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Cropper Lodge

Cropper Road

FY4 5LB

BLACKPOOL

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

203.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

16.0 tonnes/year

80 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

366 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in BLACKPOOL

BLACKPOOL properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (FY4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

£4249 /yr

Save £2733/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£226 /yr

Save £103/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

5.0% low energy

£241 /yr

Save £117/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayFY4 5DS

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

Mereside Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayFY4 4RR

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery

Primary
📍1 miles awayFY4 5LY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St George's School A Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayFY4 4PH

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayFY4 5DF

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Stanley Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayFY3 9UT

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Highfield Leadership Academy

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayFY4 3JZ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayFY4 4DJ

Last inspected: May 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Average106 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

59 incidents (56%)

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Anti-social behaviour

10 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

8 incidents (8%)

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Drugs

6 incidents (6%)

👜

Theft

5 incidents (5%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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