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Energy Performance Certificate

4 Herbert Street

PR1 6PD

PRESTON

Current

C

75

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in PRESTON, PR1 6PD. The property offers 68m² (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £711, comprising £516 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2025 for £81,000.

How Does 4 Herbert Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £711 are approximately £1089 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs PRESTON

This property75
Average63
+19% better
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vs PR1

This property75
Average60
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £21/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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Herbert Street

PR1 6PD

PRESTON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

68.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

166 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Nov 2024

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £216 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR1 postcode district contains over 27300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£81,000

31 January 2025

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£516.0/yr

Save £95/yr

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Hot Water

£115.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (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

Preston Muslim Girls High School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayPR1 5BY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Deepdale Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPR1 6TD

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Moor Park High School and Sixth Form

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayPR1 6DT

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR1 1TT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR1 5XL
?Not yet rated

Eden Boys' School, Preston

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPR1 4BD

Last inspected: May 2018

Outstanding

Ribbleton Avenue Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPR1 5RU

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPR1 6HQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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

🚀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 Crime790 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

272 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

128 incidents (16%)

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Criminal damage

67 incidents (8%)

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Public order

65 incidents (8%)

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Shoplifting

63 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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