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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 30 1, Binns Place

M4 5BY

MANCHESTER

Current

G

16

Potential

G

16

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£6,054

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£6,054

potential per year

This property costs approximately £4,254 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £0 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 G rating — saving up to £0 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£12,500
Payback
~18 yrs
Current Costs
£6,054/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £300/yrPayback: ~12 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached flat is located in MANCHESTER, M4 5BY. The property offers 247m² (2659 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. Currently rated G (16/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. 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 £6054, comprising £5543 for heating, £379 for hot water, and £132 for lighting. The property produces 17.0 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
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(16 points)

Achievable Rating

G(16 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Aug 2020

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

Average thermal transmittance 1.18 W/m-¦K

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.2 W/m-¦K

Good

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Average thermal transmittance 1.20 W/m-¦K

Very Poor

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 30 1, Binns Place

M4 5BY

MANCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Floor Area

247.0

NaN total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

17.0 tonnes/year

68 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

403 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in MANCHESTER

MANCHESTER properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (M4) 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

Room heaters, electric

£5543 /yr

🚿 Hot Water

£379 /yr

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£132 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Co-Op Academy New Islington

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayM4 6EY

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

St Patrick's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayM4 5HF

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Anne's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM4 7EQ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Abbott Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayM40 7PR

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Outstanding

Park View Community Primary

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayM40 7EJ

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester

Secondary
📍1 miles awayM8 8DT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Ashbury Meadow Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayM11 3NA

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

St Malachy's RC Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayM40 7RG

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

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.

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

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