Energy Performance Certificate
24 Beacon Drive, Goosnargh
PR3 2BA
PRESTON
Current
C
73
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 2BA. The property offers 116m² (1249 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1144, comprising £937 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2023 for £245,000.
How Does 24 Beacon Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1144 are approximately £656 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 116m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.4 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £412/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Feb 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
24 Beacon Drive
Goosnargh
PR3 2BA
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
116.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
213 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Feb 2022
marketed sale
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 £205 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£245,000
9 February 2023
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£937.0/yr
Save £313/yr
Hot Water
£97.0/yr
Save £28/yr
Lighting
75.0% low energy
£110.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
Sherwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
Fulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2012
Broughton High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston
PrimaryAbout 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: 165 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
7 incidents (58%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (17%)
Public order
2 incidents (17%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (8%)
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.
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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.