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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Hacking Drive, Longridge

PR3 3FP

PRESTON

Current

C

72

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR3 3FP. The property offers 63.79m² (687 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £668, comprising £513 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14, Hacking Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £668 are approximately £1132 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 PR3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs PRESTON

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs PR3

This property72
Average63
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £64/year less than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Feb 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Hacking Drive

Longridge

PR3 3FP

PRESTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

63.79

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

213 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Feb 2010

none of the above

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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 £219 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PRESTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£513.0/yr

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Hot Water

£102.0/yr

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Lighting

90.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longridge High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPR3 3AR
?Not yet rated

St Cecilia's RC High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPR3 2XA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Longridge Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR3 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR3 3WQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR3 3BJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR2 5SD

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayPR3 2FJ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPR3 2BN

Last inspected: May 2019

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

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

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Low Crime48 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

28 incidents (58%)

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Criminal damage

7 incidents (15%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (6%)

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Shoplifting

3 incidents (6%)

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Theft

2 incidents (4%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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