Energy Performance Certificate
Higher Eafield Farm, Eafield Road
OL15 8HR
LITTLEBOROUGH
Current
E
52
Potential
B
88
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,575
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£940
potential per year
This property costs approximately £775 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,635 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced house is located in LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 8HR. The property offers 274m² (2949 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property has an EPC rating of E (52/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2575, comprising £2096 for heating, £289 for hot water, and £190 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Oct 2012
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Sandstone, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
Higher Eafield Farm
Eafield Road
OL15 8HR
LITTLEBOROUGH
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
274.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
212 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in LITTLEBOROUGH
LITTLEBOROUGH has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£2096 /yr
Save £1346/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£289 /yr
Save £194/yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£190 /yr
Save £95/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Wardle Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Alice Ingham Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Kentmere Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Hamer Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Littleborough
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Belfield Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 287 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
1 incidents (100%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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