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Energy Performance Certificate

14a, Salisbury Road

PR1 8PS

PRESTON

Current

C

71

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PRESTON, PR1 8PS. The property offers 81m² (872 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 £632, comprising £481 for heating, £87 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14a, Salisbury Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £632 are approximately £1168 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 PR1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs PRESTON

This property71
Average63
+13% better
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vs PR1

This property71
Average60
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £100/year less than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

14a, Salisbury Road

PR1 8PS

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

81.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

195 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Oct 2018

rental (private)

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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 £251 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR1 postcode district contains over 27300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£481.0/yr

Save £31/yr

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Hot Water

£87.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

90.0% low energy

£64.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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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

St Stephen's CofE School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR1 8JN

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR2 2SA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPR1 7DR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Penwortham Girls' High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayPR1 0SR

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR1 1TT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

The Roebuck School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR2 2BN

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR1 9QQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Eldon Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR1 7YE

Last inspected: Sept 2017

Outstanding

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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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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