Energy Performance Certificate
Yew Tree House, Shaw Hill
PR6 7PP
CHORLEY
Current
C
73
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHORLEY, PR6 7PP. The property offers 242m² (2605 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 (73/100), 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 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, 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 £1414, comprising £1154 for heating, £126 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 7.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Yew Tree House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CHORLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1414 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 242m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.1 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 PR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHORLEY
vs PR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £716/year more than the CHORLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 2 Dec 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Yew Tree House
Shaw Hill
Whittle-le-Woods
PR6 7PP
CHORLEY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
242.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
7.1 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
167 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Dec 2021
marketed sale
About CHORLEY
CHORLEY is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in CHORLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £456 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR6 postcode district contains over 11100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1154.0/yr
Hot Water
£126.0/yr
Lighting
91.0% low energy
£134.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 91% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Lancaster Lane Primary and Pre-School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Buckshaw Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Michael's Church of England High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 312 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
18 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (22%)
Criminal damage
5 incidents (11%)
Theft
3 incidents (7%)
Vehicle crime
3 incidents (7%)
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.