Energy Performance Certificate
43, Albert Road
PR1 6DE
PRESTON
Current
C
71
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in PRESTON, PR1 6DE. The property offers 69.8m² (751 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £574, comprising £450 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2024 for £105,000.
How Does 43, Albert Road 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 £574 are approximately £1226 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 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: £158/year less than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Nov 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
43, Albert Road
PR1 6DE
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
69.8 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
245 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Nov 2009
rental (private)
About PRESTON
PRESTON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in PRESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £282 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR1 postcode district contains over 27300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£105,000
29 November 2024
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£450.0/yr
Hot Water
£86.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£38.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Eldon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2017
St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Moor Park High School and Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Deepdale Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Preston Muslim Girls High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
The Roebuck School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Preston
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
254 incidents (34%)
Anti-social behaviour
123 incidents (17%)
Public order
63 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
58 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
57 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.
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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.