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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 2, 17 Birchfields Road

M13 0XP

MANCHESTER

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in MANCHESTER, M13 0XP. The property offers 33m² (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £248, comprising £150 for heating, £60 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 2 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this MANCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £248 are approximately £1552 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 33m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the M13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs MANCHESTER

This property81
Average63
+29% better
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vs M13

This property81
Average62
+31% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £366/year less than the MANCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 3 Jul 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2

17 Birchfields Road

M13 0XP

MANCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

33.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

123 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Jul 2019

none of the above

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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 £464 below the MANCHESTER average, offering good value. The M13 postcode district contains over 7900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£150.0/yr

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Hot Water

£60.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£38.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM13 0YE

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Longsight Community Primary

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM13 0QX

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Agnes C of E Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM13 0PE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM14 6HW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayM13 0BT

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Manchester Enterprise Academy Central

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayM14 6PL

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Plymouth Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM13 0AQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Stanley Grove Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM12 4NL

Last inspected: Jul 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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