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Energy Performance Certificate

Leagram Mill Barn, Leagram

PR3 2QS

PRESTON

Current

C

70

Potential

A

101

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 2QS. The property offers 159m² (1711 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (101/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2768, comprising £2261 for heating, £377 for hot water, and £130 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Leagram Mill Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2768 annually are £968 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 159m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.1 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 PR3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs PRESTON

This property70
Average63
+11% better
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vs PR3

This property70
Average63
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2036/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

A(101 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Leagram Mill Barn

Leagram

PR3 2QS

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

159.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 101

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

154 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Nov 2024

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £1529 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties. Like many PRESTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£2261.0/yr

Save £1046/yr

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Hot Water

£377.0/yr

Save £115/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£130.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Roof room(s), ceiling insulated

Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brabins Endowed School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayPR3 2QD

Last inspected: Jul 2013

Outstanding

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Chipping

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPR3 2QH

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, Dunsop Bridge

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayBB7 3BG

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Longridge Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayPR3 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayPR3 3WQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

Primary
📍4.8 miles awayBB7 9QJ

Last inspected: Feb 2008

Outstanding

Longridge High School

Secondary
📍5.1 miles awayPR3 3AR
?Not yet rated

St Cecilia's RC High School

Secondary
📍5.1 miles awayPR3 2XA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

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: 225 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:225 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:34 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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