Energy Performance Certificate
Broadacres, Ballam Road
PR4 3PN
PRESTON
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 3PN. The property offers 533m² (5737 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), 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 £1774, comprising £1509 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £147 for lighting. The property produces 6.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Broadacres Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this PRESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1774 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 533m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 6.9 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1042/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Feb 2014
Advertisement
Planning a Move? Get Expert Removals
We Got The Moves are professional removal specialists helping families and businesses move across the UK. Get a free, no-obligation quote today.
Ad • wegotthemove.co.uk
Property Information
Full Address
Broadacres
Ballam Road
Westby
PR4 3PN
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
533.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
NO DATA!
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
6.9 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
75 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Feb 2014
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. Heating costs are £777 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
Scroll to load map
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1509.0/yr
Hot Water
£118.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£147.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 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
Get FREE Quotes in Preston
Compare prices from trusted local tradesmen - no obligation, 100% free
Trusted by thousands of UK homeowners
Advertisement
📊 Compare with UK-Wide Property Data
See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.
View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ribby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Weeton St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Warton St Paul's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
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: 44 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.
Getting Ripped Off by Your Local Tradesman in Preston?
Find out with a 100% FREE quote - costs nothing, no obligation
More Properties in PR4 3PN
Showing properties in the same postcode. Click to view detailed EPC data for each property.
More Properties in the PR4 Area
Explore nearby properties with EPC ratings in the PR4 postcode district
All properties in PR4 • Click to view detailed energy performance data
Related Property Guides
Based on this property's characteristics, these guides might help you:
Advertisement
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.