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Energy Performance Certificate

The Paddock, Back Lane

PR4 3HP

PRESTON

Current

B

85

Potential

A

94

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 3HP. The property offers 442m² (4758 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £2330, comprising £1714 for heating, £384 for hot water, and £232 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does The Paddock Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this PRESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2330 annually are £530 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 442m², 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs PRESTON

This property85
Average63
+35% better
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vs PR4

This property85
Average64
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £1598/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(85 points)

Potential Rating

A(94 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Paddock

Back Lane

Greenhalgh

PR4 3HP

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2022

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Floor Area

442.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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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

85 / 100

Potential: 94

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CO₂ Emissions

4.6 tonnes/year

11 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

62 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Jul 2025

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £982 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1714.0/yr

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Hot Water

£384.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£232.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Weeton Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPR4 3HX

Last inspected: Jan 2012

Outstanding

Singleton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayFY6 8LN

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Weeton St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR4 3WD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayPR3 0ZN

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPR4 3HA

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayPR4 3DE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Great Eccleston

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayPR3 0ZJ
?Not yet rated

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayPR4 2JP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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