Energy Performance Certificate
Wham House Farm, Moss Lane
PR4 4TA
PRESTON
Current
D
60
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in PRESTON, PR4 4TA. The property offers 128m² (1378 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (103/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £4114, comprising £3101 for heating, £838 for hot water, and £175 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Wham House Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £4114 annually are £2314 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 128m² 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £3382/year more than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Mar 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Wham House Farm
Moss Lane
Little Hoole
PR4 4TA
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
128.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
60 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
206 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Mar 2024
rental
About PRESTON
PRESTON is situated in Lancashire, North West. Properties in PRESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £2369 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PR4 postcode district contains over 22600 registered properties. Like many PRESTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£3101.0/yr
Save £1712/yr
Hot Water
£838.0/yr
Save £615/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£175.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Little Hoole Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Longton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Hutton Church of England Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
Moss Side Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2013
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Leyland St James Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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: 20 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Burglary
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.
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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.