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Energy Performance Certificate

Lundside, Town Lane

PR4 4GJ

PRESTON

Current

C

73

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR4 4GJ. The property offers 197m² (2121 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1103, comprising £857 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Lundside Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1103 are approximately £697 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 197m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs PRESTON

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs PR4

This property73
Average64
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £371/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jan 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

Lundside

Town Lane

Much Hoole

PR4 4GJ

PRESTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

197.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

4.7 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

137 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jan 2013

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). The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PRESTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£857.0/yr

Save £26/yr

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Hot Water

£96.0/yr

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Lighting

5.0% low energy

£150.0/yr

Save £73/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 5% of fixed outlets

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPR4 5JQ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Little Hoole Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayPR4 5QL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Tarleton Academy

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayPR4 6AQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayPR4 6AT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Bretherton Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayPR26 9AH

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayPR4 6UP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Longton Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR4 5YA

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPR4 5EB

Last inspected: May 2023

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 25 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:4 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.

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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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