Energy Performance Certificate
8, Meadowcroft Gardens, Whitestake
PR4 4BF
PRESTON
Current
B
87
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 4BF. The property offers 401m² (4316 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £1071, comprising £806 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £765,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 8, Meadowcroft Gardens Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this PRESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1071 are approximately £729 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 401m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 PR4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £339/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
8, Meadowcroft Gardens
Whitestake
PR4 4BF
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
401.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
87 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
68 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Dec 2019
new dwelling
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. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£765,000
29 June 2021
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£255,000
16 March 2018
Type: O
vs previous sale
£250,000
22 September 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 206.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£806.0/yr
Hot Water
£115.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£150.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Kingsfold Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
All Hallows Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Whitefield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Howick Church Endowed Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
35 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (12%)
Theft
9 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (11%)
Shoplifting
4 incidents (5%)
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.