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Energy Performance Certificate

Church House Farm, Preston Road

PR2 5SD

PRESTON

Current

C

77

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR2 5SD. The property offers 451m² (4855 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air 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 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 £5058, comprising £4260 for heating, £439 for hot water, and £359 for lighting. The property produces 7.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Church House Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £5058 annually are £3258 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 451m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.1 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 PR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs PRESTON

This property77
Average63
+22% better
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vs PR2

This property77
Average61
+26% better

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: £4326/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Church House Farm

Preston Road

Grimsargh

PR2 5SD

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

451.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

7.1 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

94 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Sept 2023

not sale or rental

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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 £3528 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR2 postcode district contains over 27100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£4260.0/yr

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Hot Water

£439.0/yr

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Lighting

98.0% low energy

£359.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 98% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPR2 5SD

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR3 3BJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR2 6SJ

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Preston Grange Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR2 6PS

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Brookfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayPR2 6TU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Moor Nook Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayPR2 6EE

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Longsands Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR2 9PS

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School, Preston

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR2 6LX
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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: 295 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:295 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:44 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.

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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