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Energy Performance Certificate

3 The Old Mill, Lower Road

PR3 2YN

PRESTON

Current

C

76

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in PRESTON, PR3 2YN. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £437, comprising £247 for heating, £137 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3 The Old Mill Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £437 are approximately £1363 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.9 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs PRESTON

This property76
Average63
+21% better
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vs PR3

This property76
Average63
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £295/year less 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 May 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 The Old Mill

Lower Road

Longridge

PR3 2YN

PRESTON

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

67.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

246 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 May 2012

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. Heating costs are £485 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, electric

£247.0/yr

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Hot Water

£137.0/yr

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Lighting

6.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/mA?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/mA?K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longridge Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR3 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Ribchester St Wilfrid's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR3 3XP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Cecilia's RC High School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayPR3 2XA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR3 3WQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Longridge High School

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayPR3 3AR
?Not yet rated

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayPR3 3BJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayBB7 9QJ

Last inspected: Feb 2008

Outstanding

Brabins Endowed School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayPR3 2QD

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 160 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:160 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:24 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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