Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 217, Ashton House
M4 4DU
MANCHESTER
Current
C
77
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in MANCHESTER, M4 4DU. The property offers 19.78m² (213 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Estimated annual energy costs are £325, comprising £200 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £20 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 217 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this MANCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £325 are approximately £1475 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 19.78m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 M4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs MANCHESTER
vs M4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £289/year less than the MANCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Feb 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 217
Ashton House
196 Corporation Street
M4 4DU
MANCHESTER
Property Type
Flat
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Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
19.78 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
1.4 tonnes/year
68 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
408 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Feb 2010
rental (private)
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 £414 below the MANCHESTER average, offering good value. The M4 postcode district contains over 16300 registered properties. Like many MANCHESTER properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£200.0/yr
Hot Water
£105.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£20.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Full secondary glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Abbott Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Patrick's RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Co-Op Academy New Islington
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
Cheetwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Eden Girls' Leadership Academy , Manchester
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryThe Friars Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
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: 20 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (67%)
Other crime
1 incidents (33%)
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. 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.