Energy Performance Certificate
The Farmhouse, Horrocks Fold
BL1 7BX
BOLTON
Current
F
29
Potential
F
30
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,176
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£4,055
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,376 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £121 annually.
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£7,500
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Cavity Wall Insulation
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Double Glazing
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in BOLTON, BL1 7BX. The property offers 274.72m² (2957 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (29/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £4176, comprising £3607 for heating, £234 for hot water, and £335 for lighting. The property produces 24.0 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 22 Jul 2010
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
The Farmhouse
Horrocks Fold
BL1 7BX
BOLTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
274.72 m²
9.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
24.0 tonnes/year
80 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
477 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BOLTON
BOLTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BL1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£3607 /yr
🚿 Hot Water
£234 /yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£335 /yr
Save £167/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
High Lawn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Thornleigh Salesian College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Peter's Smithills Dean Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Walmsley CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2008
Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
The Oaks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2010
Smithills School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
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: 56 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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