Energy Performance Certificate
Gabbotts Barn, Moss House Lane
PR4 4TE
PRESTON
Current
C
80
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 4TE. The property offers 362m² (3897 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £1695, comprising £1311 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £256 for lighting. The property produces 8.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Gabbotts Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1695 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 362m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.1 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 PR4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £963/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
Gabbotts Barn
Moss House Lane
Much Hoole
PR4 4TE
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
362.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
8.1 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
72 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Jun 2017
marketed sale
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 £579 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1311.0/yr
Hot Water
£128.0/yr
Save £50/yr
Lighting
9.0% low energy
£256.0/yr
Save £122/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 9% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Little Hoole Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Bretherton Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Longton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Moss Side Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2013
Leyland St James Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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: 247 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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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.