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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Flat A, 40, Park Road

PR9 9LA

SOUTHPORT

Current

G

20

Potential

D

57

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£4,293

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£2,194

potential per year

This property costs approximately £2,493 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,099 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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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £2,099 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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39,000
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Payback
~5 yrs
Current Costs
£4,293/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £2005/yrPayback: ~2 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
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2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £2099/yrPayback: ~2 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
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Cost
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Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
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5
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Double Glazing

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

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in SOUTHPORT, PR9 9LA. The property offers 202m² (2174 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (20/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (57/100). The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £4293, comprising £3904 for heating, £258 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 19.0 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
Potential
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(20 points)

Achievable Rating

D(57 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Jan 2014

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

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

48.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 48% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Flat A

40, Park Road

PR9 9LA

SOUTHPORT

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

📐

Floor Area

202.0

8.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

19.0 tonnes/year

92 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

518 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in SOUTHPORT

SOUTHPORT properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PR9) 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

£3904 /yr

Save £2005/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£258 /yr

Save £107/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

48.0% low energy

£131 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR9 9AZ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR9 7DU

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Norwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR9 7DU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Philip's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR8 6SS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR9 9RR

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

Stanley High School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayPR9 9TF

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPR9 7BZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Churchtown Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayPR9 7NN

Last inspected: Jun 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: 312 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:312 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:47 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.

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

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