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Energy Performance Certificate

15, Edward Close, Tarleton

PR4 6NE

PRESTON

Current

C

70

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 6NE. The property offers 98.46m² (1060 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £787, comprising £541 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 15, Edward Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £787 are approximately £1013 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 98.46m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.7 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 property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs PRESTON

This property70
Average63
+11% better
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vs PR4

This property70
Average64
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £55/year more 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(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Feb 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

15, Edward Close

Tarleton

PR4 6NE

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

98.46

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

227 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Feb 2011

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). 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£541.0/yr

Save £95/yr

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Hot Water

£166.0/yr

Save £42/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Save £23/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPR4 6UP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayPR4 6AQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPR4 6AT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Bretherton Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR26 9AH

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayPR4 5JQ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Trinity and St Michael's VA CofE/Methodist Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPR26 9HJ

Last inspected: Mar 2016

Outstanding

Holmeswood Methodist School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayL40 1UD

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPR4 6JX

Last inspected: Mar 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: 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

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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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