Energy Performance Certificate
5 Chapel Close, Wesham
PR4 3HB
PRESTON
Current
C
77
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 3HB. The property offers 242m² (2605 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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 (81/100). 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 £1207, comprising £971 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £138 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £545,000.
How Does 5 Chapel Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1207 are approximately £593 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 PR4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR4
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: £475/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Oct 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Chapel Close
Wesham
PR4 3HB
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
242.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
139 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Oct 2022
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 £239 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£545,000
12 October 2023
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£971.0/yr
Hot Water
£98.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£138.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, 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
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Carr Hill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Ribby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Treales Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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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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.