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1 Mayfield, Catforth Road

PR4 0HH

PRESTON

Current

D

68

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in PRESTON, PR4 0HH. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £601, comprising £377 for heating, £135 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 1 Mayfield Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £601 are approximately £1199 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.0 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 PR4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs PRESTON

This property68
Average63
+8% better
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vs PR4

This property68
Average64
+6% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £131/year less than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Mayfield

Catforth Road

Catforth

PR4 0HH

PRESTON

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

4.0 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

351 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Feb 2013

marketed sale

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About PRESTON

PRESTON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in PRESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £355 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£377.0/yr

Save £109/yr

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Hot Water

£135.0/yr

Save £15/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Save £45/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Catforth Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR4 0HL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Inskip St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayPR4 0TT

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayPR4 0NE

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Treales Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR4 3SH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Mary and St Andrew's Catholic Primary School, Barton Newsham

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR3 5DY

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Barton St Lawrence Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPR3 5AS

Last inspected: Mar 2010

Outstanding

Lea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayPR4 0RA

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Cottam Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayPR4 0NY

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 473 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:473 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:189 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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