Energy Performance Certificate
Pottery Farm, Roman Road
BB3 3PJ
DARWEN
Current
C
79
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DARWEN, BB3 3PJ. The property offers 369m² (3972 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £1898, comprising £1662 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 8.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Pottery Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this DARWEN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1898 are close to the UK average. At 369m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.1 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BB3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARWEN
vs BB3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1017/year more than the DARWEN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Oct 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
Pottery Farm
Roman Road
Eccleshill
BB3 3PJ
DARWEN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
369.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
8.1 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
137 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Oct 2017
new dwelling
About DARWEN
DARWEN is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in DARWEN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £781 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BB3 postcode district contains over 12400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1662.0/yr
Save £1/yr
Hot Water
£110.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£126.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Darwen Vale High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Sudell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Lower Darwen Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Avondale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Holy Trinity VC 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: 62 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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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.