Energy Performance Certificate
Unit 2, Browns Farm
PR4 3PQ
Preston
Current
C
73
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Preston, PR4 3PQ. The property offers 140m² (1507 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £1337, comprising £1016 for heating, £232 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Unit 2 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this Preston property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1337 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 140m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.9 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 PR4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Preston
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £929/year more than the Preston average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Mar 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Unit 2
Browns Farm
Browns Lane
PR4 3PQ
Preston
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
140.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
152 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Mar 2024
new dwelling
About Preston
Preston is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in Preston have an average EPC rating of B (score 81/100). Heating costs are £608 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 with radiators and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1016.0/yr
Hot Water
£232.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£89.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
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The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Ribby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Carr Hill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Freckleton Strike Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
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: 122 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.