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Energy Performance Certificate

First Floor Flat, Holmefield

PR4 2RE

Kirkham

Current

D

57

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Kirkham, PR4 2RE. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 £1074, comprising £789 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does First Floor Flat Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this Kirkham property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1074 are approximately £726 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.4 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 PR4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs Kirkham

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs PR4

This property57
Average64
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £224/year more than the Kirkham 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(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Jul 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

First Floor Flat

Holmefield

Blackpool Road

PR4 2RE

Kirkham

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

64.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

3.4 tonnes/year

54 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

317 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jul 2021

ECO assessment

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About Kirkham

Kirkham is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in Kirkham have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Kirkham area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£789.0/yr

Save £316/yr

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Hot Water

£215.0/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£70.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ribby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR4 2WQ

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR4 2BT

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Outstanding

Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR4 3DE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR4 2JP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR4 3HA

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR4 2SL

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Carr Hill High School

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayPR4 2ST

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Weeton St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayPR4 3WD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 181 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:181 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:27 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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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.

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