Energy Performance Certificate
Marsh View, Shore Road
PR4 6XP
PRESTON
Current
D
68
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 6XP. The property offers 197m² (2121 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1312, comprising £1047 for heating, £143 for hot water, and £122 for lighting. The property produces 6.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Marsh View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1312 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 197m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 6.9 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 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £580/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Oct 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Marsh View
Shore Road
Hesketh Bank
PR4 6XP
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
197.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
6.9 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
135 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Oct 2015
marketed sale
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 £315 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1047.0/yr
Save £160/yr
Hot Water
£143.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£122.0/yr
Save £31/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Tarleton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Tarleton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Banks Methodist School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Banks St Stephen's CofE School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
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: 221 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.