Energy Performance Certificate
The Barn, Tarnbrick Farm, Blackpool Road
PR4 2RE
Preston
Current
D
61
Potential
D
67
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Preston, PR4 2RE. The property offers 230m² (2476 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1630, comprising £1324 for heating, £186 for hot water, and £120 for lighting. The property produces 5.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does The Barn, Tarnbrick Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this Preston property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1630 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 230m², 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Preston
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1222/year more than the Preston average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Dec 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
The Barn, Tarnbrick Farm
Blackpool Road
Kirkham
PR4 2RE
Preston
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
230.0 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
61 / 100
Potential: 67
CO₂ Emissions
5.0 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
112 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Dec 2021
new dwelling
About Preston
Preston is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in Preston have an average EPC rating of B (score 81/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £916 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG
£1324.0/yr
Hot Water
£186.0/yr
Save £82/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£120.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG
Main Fuel
Gas: bulk LPG
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ribby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Carr Hill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Weeton St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 181 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
18 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
6 incidents (16%)
Theft
5 incidents (13%)
Drugs
3 incidents (8%)
Burglary
1 incidents (3%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.