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Energy Performance Certificate

10 Charles Darwin Road

PL1 4GU

PLYMOUTH

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in PLYMOUTH, PL1 4GU. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £582, comprising £392 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £83 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 10 Charles Darwin Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this PLYMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £582 are approximately £1218 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.6 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs PL1

This property78
Average64
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £64/year less than the PLYMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Mar 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Charles Darwin Road

PL1 4GU

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

70.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

128 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Mar 2025

rental

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About PLYMOUTH

PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £254 below the PLYMOUTH average, offering good value. The PL1 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£392.0/yr

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Hot Water

£107.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£83.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL1 4DJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Mount Wise Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL1 4LA

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

High Street Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPL1 3SJ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Devonport High School for Boys

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPL1 5QP
?Not yet rated

Marlborough Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL1 4NJ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Stoke Damerel Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL1 5PA

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St George's CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL1 3RX

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

UTC Plymouth

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayPL1 4RL

Last inspected: Jan 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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime499 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

200 incidents (40%)

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Anti-social behaviour

66 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

50 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

44 incidents (9%)

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Theft

44 incidents (9%)

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.

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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