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Energy Performance Certificate

3 Woods End

PR1 4LD

PRESTON

Current

B

90

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in PRESTON, PR1 4LD. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (90/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £640, comprising £414 for heating, £142 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 3 Woods End Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 90/100, this PRESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £640 are approximately £1160 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 PR1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property90
Average60
+50% better
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vs PRESTON

This property90
Average63
+43% better
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vs PR1

This property90
Average60
+50% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 90/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £92/year less than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(90 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Mar 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Woods End

PR1 4LD

PRESTON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

71.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

90 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

0.9 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

67 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Mar 2025

not sale or rental

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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 £318 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR1 postcode district contains over 27300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£414.0/yr

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Hot Water

£142.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£84.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

To unheated space, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Frenchwood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPR1 4LE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPR1 3YJ
?Not yet rated

Eden Boys' School, Preston

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayPR1 4BD

Last inspected: May 2018

Outstanding

St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR1 1TT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

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

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPR5 4JL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR1 5XB
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR1 5XL
?Not yet rated

Preston Muslim Girls High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayPR1 5BY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime573 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

201 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

98 incidents (17%)

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Shoplifting

49 incidents (9%)

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Public order

48 incidents (8%)

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Theft

44 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.

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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