Energy Performance Certificate
2, Belsfield Drive, Hesketh Bank
PR4 6YB
PRESTON
Current
D
65
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 6YB. The property offers 149m² (1604 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1305, comprising £789 for heating, £431 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2024 for £315,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 2, Belsfield Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1305 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 149m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £573/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Mar 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
2, Belsfield Drive
Hesketh Bank
PR4 6YB
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
149.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
5.4 tonnes/year
36 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
207 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Mar 2019
marketed sale
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. 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
£315,000
23 July 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£255,000
5 June 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£185,000
30 August 2019
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 70.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£789.0/yr
Hot Water
£431.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£85.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
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 Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Tarleton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Little Hoole Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Longton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Bretherton Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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 2026violent crime
8 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (12%)
Public order
2 incidents (12%)
Theft
1 incidents (6%)
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.