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337 Blackgate Lane, Tarleton

PR4 6JJ

PRESTON

Current

D

57

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR4 6JJ. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £739, comprising £612 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £46 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2022 for £521,281.

How Does 337 Blackgate Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £739 are approximately £1061 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 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 PR4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs PRESTON

This property57
Average63
-10% below
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vs PR4

This property57
Average64
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £7/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

337 Blackgate Lane

Tarleton

PR4 6JJ

PRESTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

53.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

375 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Sept 2021

marketed sale

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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 PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£521,281

26 October 2022

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£612.0/yr

Save £167/yr

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Hot Water

£81.0/yr

Save £23/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£46.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated

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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

Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayPR4 6JX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Holmeswood Methodist School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayL40 1UD

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayPR4 6UP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Academy

Secondary
📍1.9 miles awayPR4 6AQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayPR4 6AT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Banks St Stephen's CofE School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayPR9 8BL

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Banks Methodist School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPR9 8EY

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Rufford CofE School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayL40 1SN

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

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: 158 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:158 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:24 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

1 incidents (100%)

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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