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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Meadow Grove, Longton

PR4 4BU

PRESTON

Current

A

94

Potential

A

103

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 4BU. The property offers 255m² (2745 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1398, comprising £846 for heating, £466 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2024 for £1,030,000.

How Does 2 Meadow Grove Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this PRESTON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1398 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 255m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.3 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property94
Average60
+57% better
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vs PRESTON

This property94
Average63
+49% better
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vs PR4

This property94
Average64
+47% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £666/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(94 points)

Potential Rating

A(103 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Meadow Grove

Longton

PR4 4BU

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2022

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Floor Area

255.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

94 / 100

Potential: 103

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CO₂ Emissions

0.3 tonnes/year

1 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

12 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Nov 2024

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£1,030,000

10 December 2024

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£846.0/yr

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Hot Water

£466.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£86.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Excelent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR4 5EB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR4 4XA

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Little Hoole Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR4 5QL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Longton Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR4 5YA

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

Hutton Church of England Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayPR4 5SN

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Howick Church Endowed Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayPR1 0NB

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

All Hallows Catholic High School

Secondary
📍1.9 miles awayPR1 0LN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Outstanding

Moss Side Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR26 7ST

Last inspected: Jul 2013

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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