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Energy Performance Certificate

Squire House, Clitheroe Road

PR3 2YS

PRESTON

Current

C

71

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 2YS. The property offers 782m² (8417 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 13 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £9414, comprising £8470 for heating, £444 for hot water, and £500 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Squire House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this PRESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £9414 annually are £7614 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 782m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 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 property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs PRESTON

This property71
Average63
+13% better
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vs PR3

This property71
Average63
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £8682/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Apr 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Squire House

Clitheroe Road

Knowle Green

PR3 2YS

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

782.0

13.0 total rooms

13.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

3 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

113 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Apr 2023

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 £7738 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, wood pellets

£8470.0/yr

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Hot Water

£444.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£500.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, with additional insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, wood pellets

Average

Main Fuel

bulk wood pellets

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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

Ribchester St Wilfrid's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR3 3XP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayBB7 9QJ

Last inspected: Feb 2008

Outstanding

Longridge Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayPR3 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Cecilia's RC High School

Secondary
📍3 miles awayPR3 2XA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayPR3 3WQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Longridge High School

Secondary
📍3.1 miles awayPR3 3AR
?Not yet rated

Brabins Endowed School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayPR3 2QD

Last inspected: Jul 2013

Outstanding

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Chipping

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayPR3 2QH

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 456 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:456 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:183 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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