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Energy Performance Certificate

Walker House, Strickens Lane

PR3 1UB

PRESTON

Current

B

86

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 1UB. The property offers 256m² (2756 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £1255, comprising £1054 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £96 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Walker House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this PRESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1255 are approximately £545 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 256m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.6 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 property86
Average60
+43% better
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vs PRESTON

This property86
Average63
+37% better
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vs PR3

This property86
Average63
+37% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £523/year more than the PRESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(86 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Oct 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Walker House

Strickens Lane

Barnacre

PR3 1UB

PRESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

256.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

86 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

10 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

64 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Oct 2014

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 £322 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 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

£1054.0/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£96.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Poor

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

Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayPR3 1SR

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayPR3 0PN

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Garstang Community Academy

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayPR3 1YE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Mary and Michael Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayPR3 1RB

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Garstang Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayPR3 1HT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPR3 1PB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayPR3 0HS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Scorton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayPR3 1AY

Last inspected: Oct 2019

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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