Energy Performance Certificate
35, Ridge Way, Penwortham
PR1 9XW
PRESTON
Current
C
71
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR1 9XW. The property offers 98m² (1055 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), 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 £787, comprising £582 for heating, £111 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for £247,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 35, Ridge Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £787 are approximately £1013 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 98m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 PR1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £55/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
35, Ridge Way
Penwortham
PR1 9XW
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
98.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
192 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Oct 2015
marketed sale
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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£247,000
26 February 2021
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£210,000
4 December 2015
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 17.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£582.0/yr
Save £65/yr
Hot Water
£111.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Lighting
44.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Save £34/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 44% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Kingsfold Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Stephen's CofE School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
Penwortham Girls' High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Whitefield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 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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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.