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Energy Performance Certificate

24 Trower Street

PR1 4LY

PRESTON

Current

D

60

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PRESTON, PR1 4LY. The property offers 119mยฒ (1281 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ1131, comprising ยฃ921 for heating, ยฃ96 for hot water, and ยฃ114 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2015 for ยฃ120,000.

How Does 24 Trower Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1131 are approximately ยฃ669 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. The 119mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ.

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 property60
Average60
At average
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vs PRESTON

This property60
Average63
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vs PR1

This property60
Average60
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ399/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(60 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 May 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 Trower Street

PR1 4LY

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

119.0 mยฒ

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 80

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

5.7 tonnes/year

48 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

274 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

20 May 2022

ECO assessment

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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 PR1 postcode district contains over 27300 registered properties. Like many PRESTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

ยฃ120,000

6 February 2015

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ921.0/yr

Save ยฃ320/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ96.0/yr

Save ยฃ27/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

ยฃ114.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Frenchwood Community Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.1 miles awayโ€ขPR1 4LE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขPR1 3YJ
?Not yet rated

Eden Boys' School, Preston

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขPR1 4BD

Last inspected: May 2018

โญOutstanding

St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขPR1 1TT

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

St Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขPR1 5XB
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขPR1 5XL
?Not yet rated

Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขPR5 4JL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

โœ“Good

Preston Muslim Girls High School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขPR1 5BY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

โญ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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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.

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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