Energy Performance Certificate
The Barn, Landside Croft
WN7 3RU
LEIGH
Current
C
69
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LEIGH, WN7 3RU. The property offers 306m² (3294 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £3122, comprising £2712 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £197 for lighting. The property produces 7.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does The Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this LEIGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3122 annually are £1322 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 306m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.8 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 WN7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEIGH
vs WN7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2485/year more than the LEIGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
The Barn
Landside Croft
Hand Lane
WN7 3RU
LEIGH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
306.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
7.8 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
158 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Oct 2024
marketed sale
About LEIGH
LEIGH is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in LEIGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £2075 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WN7 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Electric underfloor heating
£2712.0/yr
Hot Water
£213.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£197.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Gilded Hollins Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Christ Church CofE Primary School, Pennington
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Lowton Church of England High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Glazebury Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 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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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.