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1, Bickleigh Close

EX4 8QB

EXETER

Current

C

73

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in EXETER, EX4 8QB. The property offers 135m² (1453 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (83/100). 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, 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 £766, comprising £543 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £104 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2023 for £340,000.

How Does 1, Bickleigh Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this EXETER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £766 are approximately £1034 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 135m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.5 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 EX4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs EXETER

This property73
Average65
+12% better
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vs EX4

This property73
Average61
+20% better

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: £115/year more than the EXETER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 May 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, Bickleigh Close

EX4 8QB

EXETER

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

135.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

134 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 May 2013

marketed sale

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£340,000

6 January 2023

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£543/yr

Save £27/yr

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Hot Water

£119/yr

Save £38/yr

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Lighting

39.0% low energy

£104/yr

Save £40/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

Average
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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 39% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Pinhoe Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayEX4 8PE

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Westclyst Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX1 3YG

Last inspected: May 2019

Outstanding

Monkerton Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX1 3WS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Luke's Church of England School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayEX1 3RD
?Not yet rated

Willowbrook School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St James School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Whipton Barton Junior School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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

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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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