Energy Performance Certificate
Manor Cottage, Clitheroe Road
PR3 3XY
Preston
Current
E
46
Potential
D
67
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
D
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£3,964
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£3,430
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,164 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £534 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in Preston, PR3 3XY. The property offers 261m² (2809 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (46/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (67/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £3964, comprising £3323 for heating, £499 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Apr 2021
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, insulated
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
94.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 94% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Manor Cottage
Clitheroe Road
PR3 3XY
Preston
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
261.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
252 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in Preston
Preston has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£3323 /yr
Save £376/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£499 /yr
Save £158/yr
💡 Lighting
94.0% low energy
£142 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2008
Ribchester St Wilfrid's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Salesbury Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Langho
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Langho and Billington St Leonards Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2012
St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
SecondarySt Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Osbaldeston
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Longridge Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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: 376 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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