Energy Performance Certificate
Puddle Duck Cottage, Moss House Lane
PR4 4TD
PRESTON
Current
C
74
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 4TD. The property offers 118m² (1270 sq ft) of good-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (103/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £835, comprising £483 for heating, £266 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Puddle Duck Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £835 are approximately £965 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 118m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
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 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £103/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 22 Aug 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Puddle Duck Cottage
Moss House Lane
Much Hoole
PR4 4TD
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
118.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
0.9 tonnes/year
8 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
120 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Aug 2022
new dwelling
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 £249 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
£483.0/yr
Hot Water
£266.0/yr
Save £139/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£86.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
Main Fuel
Solid fuel: wood logs
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Little Hoole Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bretherton Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
Tarleton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Tarleton Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Longton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 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: 141 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.