Energy Performance Certificate
1 Centre Cottages, Whitestone
EX4 2LA
EXETER
Current
F
31
Potential
E
44
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,684
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,278
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in EXETER, EX4 2LA. The property offers 114.7m² (1235 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (44/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1684, comprising £1160 for heating, £384 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 9.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Mar 2011
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
5.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 5% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
1 Centre Cottages
Whitestone
EX4 2LA
EXETER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
114.7 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.7 tonnes/year
84 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
559 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in EXETER
EXETER properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EX4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1160 /yr
Save £275/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£384 /yr
Save £63/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
5.0% low energy
£140 /yr
Save £68/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Exwick Heights Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bowhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Ide Primary School
PrimaryMontgomery Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Thomas Hall School
All-throughSt David's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Thomas Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 141 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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