Energy Performance Certificate
1 Cinder Lane, Mere Brow
PR4 6JY
PRESTON
Current
A
101
Potential
A
101
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR4 6JY. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of A (101/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £973, comprising £776 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2024 for £500,000.
How Does 1 Cinder Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 101/100, this PRESTON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £973 are approximately £827 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 143m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.3 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 101/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £241/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Apr 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Cinder Lane
Mere Brow
PR4 6JY
PRESTON
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
143.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
101 / 100
Potential: 101
CO₂ Emissions
0.3 tonnes/year
2 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
23 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Apr 2022
marketed sale
About PRESTON
PRESTON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in PRESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PRESTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£500,000
14 March 2024
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£776.0/yr
Hot Water
£98.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£99.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
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
Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holmeswood Methodist School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Banks St Stephen's CofE School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Banks Methodist School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Tarleton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Tarleton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 500 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Criminal damage
1 incidents (33%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (33%)
violent crime
1 incidents (33%)
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.