Energy Performance Certificate
Woodpecker Cottage, Bleasdale Road
PR3 2ER
PRESTON
Current
D
65
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PRESTON, PR3 2ER. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £662, comprising £381 for heating, £244 for hot water, and £37 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Woodpecker Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this PRESTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £662 are approximately £1138 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PRESTON
vs PR3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £70/year less than the PRESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Aug 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
Woodpecker Cottage
Bleasdale Road
Whitechapel
PR3 2ER
PRESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
59.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
NO DATA!
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
240 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Aug 2013
new dwelling
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 £351 below the PRESTON average, offering good value. The PR3 postcode district contains over 15500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, electric
£381.0/yr
Hot Water
£244.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£37.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m?K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Bilsborrow John Cross Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Garstang Community Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Barton St Lawrence Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2010
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: 456 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.
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.