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8, Meadow View Close, Hutton

PR4 5BG

PRESTON

Current

C

76

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR4 5BG. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £489, comprising £290 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 8, Meadow View Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £489 are approximately £1311 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.8 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 PR4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs PRESTON

This property76
Average63
+21% better
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vs PR4

This property76
Average64
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £243/year less 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 May 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Meadow View Close

Hutton

PR4 5BG

PRESTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

INVALID!

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Floor Area

67.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

155 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 May 2016

rental (social)

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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 £442 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£290.0/yr

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Hot Water

£119.0/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

38.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Save £31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 38% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hutton Church of England Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayPR4 5SN

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Howick Church Endowed Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPR1 0NB

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPR4 5EB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

All Hallows Catholic High School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayPR1 0LN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Outstanding

Longton Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR4 5YA

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR4 4XA

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Whitefield Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR1 0RH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Penwortham Priory Academy

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayPR1 0JE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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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.

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