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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

1, Tarka Lane

EX34 7AT

WOOLACOMBE

Current

F

36

Potential

F

37

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,266

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,251

potential per year

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£7,500

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced house is located in WOOLACOMBE, EX34 7AT. The property offers 74.24m² (799 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1266, comprising £1094 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £225,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

F(37 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 May 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

Average thermal transmittance 0.30 W/m?K

Good

🏗️ Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m?K

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m?K

Good

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

5.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

1, Tarka Lane

EX34 7AT

WOOLACOMBE

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

74.24

NaN total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

71 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

403 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WOOLACOMBE

WOOLACOMBE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EX34) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1094 /yr

🚿 Hot Water

£102 /yr

💡 Lighting

5.0% low energy

£70 /yr

Save £28/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to F could add significant value.

£225,000

S

Jul 2019

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Woolacombe School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayEX34 7BT
?Not yet rated

West Down School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayEX34 8NF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Georgeham Church of England (VC) Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayEX33 1JT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍3 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍3.3 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Kingsacre Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayEX33 1BQ

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Caen Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayEX33 1AD

Last inspected: Mar 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
⬇️

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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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