Energy Performance Certificate
49 Douglas Lane, Grimsargh
PR2 5JB
PRESTON
Current
C
77
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR2 5JB. The property offers 242m² (2605 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £2718, comprising £2158 for heating, £307 for hot water, and £253 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2025 for £555,000.
How Does 49 Douglas Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2718 annually are £918 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 242m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PR2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1986/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Jul 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
49 Douglas Lane
Grimsargh
PR2 5JB
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
242.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
5.4 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
122 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Jul 2023
marketed sale
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 £1426 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR2 postcode district contains over 27100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£555,000
RECENT25 June 2025
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2158.0/yr
Hot Water
£307.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£253.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Preston Grange Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Cecilia's RC High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Longridge High School
SecondaryBrookfield Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Moor Nook Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
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: 165 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Criminal damage
5 incidents (38%)
violent crime
4 incidents (31%)
Theft
2 incidents (15%)
Pickpocketing
1 incidents (8%)
Other crime
1 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.