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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 13, Walverdene House

BB9 7ED

Nelson

Current

D

63

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in Nelson, BB9 7ED. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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, 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 £1259, comprising £928 for heating, £275 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 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 Flat 13 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this Nelson property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1259 are approximately £541 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 BB9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs Nelson

This property63
Average76
-17% below
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vs BB9

This property63
Average54
+17% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £650/year more than the Nelson 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(63 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 13

Walverdene House

Rigby Street

BB9 7ED

Nelson

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

41.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

56 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

329 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Sept 2024

rental

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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 £319 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB9 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Nelson area.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£928.0/yr

Save £362/yr

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Hot Water

£275.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£56.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity and internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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.

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