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Energy Performance Certificate

502 Whittingham Lane, Goosnargh

PR3 2JJ

PRESTON

Current

C

72

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 2JJ. The property offers 190m² (2045 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £2839, comprising £2333 for heating, £361 for hot water, and £145 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 502 Whittingham Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2839 annually are £1039 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 190m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 PR3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs PRESTON

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs PR3

This property72
Average63
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2107/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

502 Whittingham Lane

Goosnargh

PR3 2JJ

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

190.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

134 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 May 2025

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). Heating costs are £1601 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2333.0/yr

Save £114/yr

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Hot Water

£361.0/yr

Save £121/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£145.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR3 2BN

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayPR3 5JB

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Broughton High School

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayPR3 5JJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

Fulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayPR2 9RE

Last inspected: Oct 2012

Outstanding

Sherwood Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayPR2 9GA

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

Our Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR2 3LP
?Not yet rated

St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR2 9HH
?Not yet rated

Barton St Lawrence Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR3 5AS

Last inspected: Mar 2010

Outstanding

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: 434 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:434 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:174 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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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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