Energy Performance Certificate
Rigby House Farm, The Common
PR7 4DS
CHORLEY
Current
C
76
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHORLEY, PR7 4DS. The property offers 214m² (2303 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1192, comprising £768 for heating, £242 for hot water, and £182 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Rigby House Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1192 are approximately £608 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 214m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHORLEY
vs PR7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £494/year more than the CHORLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Oct 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Rigby House Farm
The Common
Adlington
PR7 4DS
CHORLEY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
214.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
115 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Oct 2014
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About CHORLEY
CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The PR7 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£768.0/yr
Hot Water
£242.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Lighting
5.0% low energy
£182.0/yr
Save £88/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 5% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Adlington Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Adlington St Paul's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Anderton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Coppull Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
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: 165 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
10 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (30%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (13%)
Public order
3 incidents (10%)
Other crime
3 incidents (10%)
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. 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.