Energy Performance Certificate
Knacks Farm, Knacks Lane
OL12 6BJ
ROCHDALE
Current
E
51
Potential
D
67
📅 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
D
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£3,300
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£3,220
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,500 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £80 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached house is located in ROCHDALE, OL12 6BJ. The property offers 235m² (2530 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (51/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (67/100). This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £3300, comprising £2933 for heating, £259 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 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 7 Jan 2018
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, insulated
🔥 Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Knacks Farm
Knacks Lane
OL12 6BJ
ROCHDALE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
235.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
267 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in ROCHDALE
ROCHDALE 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
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2933 /yr
🚿 Hot Water
£259 /yr
Save £85/yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£108 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Tonacliffe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2013
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Norden Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Whitworth Community High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Shawclough Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Caldershaw Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Healey Foundation Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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: 107 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
10 incidents (59%)
Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (24%)
Vehicle crime
2 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (6%)
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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