Energy Performance Certificate
Smithy Cottage, Smithy Lane
CW8 4RA
NORTHWICH
Current
A
92
Potential
A
92
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in NORTHWICH, CW8 4RA. The property offers 447m² (4812 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £1845, comprising £1445 for heating, £248 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Smithy Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this NORTHWICH property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1845 are close to the UK average. At 447m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.6 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 CW8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHWICH
vs CW8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1097/year more than the NORTHWICH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
Smithy Cottage
Smithy Lane
Little Leigh
CW8 4RA
NORTHWICH
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
447.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
92 / 100
Potential: 92
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
6 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
34 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jun 2019
new dwelling
About NORTHWICH
NORTHWICH is situated in Cheshire, North West. Properties in NORTHWICH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £697 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CW8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1445.0/yr
Hot Water
£248.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£152.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m+é-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m+é-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m+é-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Little Leigh Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Weaverham Forest Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Whitley Village School
PrimaryWeaverham High School
SecondaryWeaverham Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Comberbach Nursery and Primary School
PrimaryCrowton Christ Church CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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: 459 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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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.