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Energy Performance Certificate

Vale Mount, Hundred End Lane

PR4 6XL

PRESTON

Current

A

106

Potential

A

114

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in PRESTON, PR4 6XL. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (106/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £783, comprising £613 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £65 for lighting.

How Does Vale Mount Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 106/100, this PRESTON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £783 are approximately £1017 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 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 property106
Average60
+77% better
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vs PRESTON

This property106
Average63
+68% better
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vs PR4

This property106
Average64
+66% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 106/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £51/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(106 points)

Potential Rating

A(114 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Jul 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

Vale Mount

Hundred End Lane

Hundred End

PR4 6XL

PRESTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

121.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

106 / 100

Potential: 114

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.5 tonnes/year

-4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-17 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Jul 2012

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PRESTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£613.0/yr

Save £130/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

Save £13/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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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

Banks Methodist School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayPR9 8EY

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Tarleton Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR4 6AT

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Banks St Stephen's CofE School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPR9 8BL

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayPR4 6JX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Tarleton Academy

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayPR4 6AQ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayPR4 6UP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayPR4 5JQ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayPR9 8JH

Last inspected: May 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 155 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:155 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:23 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Theft

1 incidents (100%)

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.

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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