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Energy Performance Certificate

130, Bernice Terrace

PL4 7HZ

PLYMOUTH

Current

B

88

Potential

A

94

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in PLYMOUTH, PL4 7HZ. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £512, comprising £392 for heating, £87 for hot water, and £33 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 130, Bernice Terrace Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this PLYMOUTH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £512 are approximately £1288 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 PL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property88
Average60
+47% better
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property88
Average63
+40% better
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vs PL4

This property88
Average59
+49% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £134/year less than the PLYMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(88 points)

Potential Rating

A(94 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jan 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

130, Bernice Terrace

PL4 7HZ

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

48.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

88 / 100

Potential: 94

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CO₂ Emissions

0.6 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

68 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Jan 2015

rental (social)

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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 PL4 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties.

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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

Save £77/yr

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Hot Water

£87.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£33.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

Poor
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lipson Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPL4 7HW

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Lipson Co-operative Academy

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayPL4 7PG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Laira Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPL3 6BP

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

High View School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL3 6JQ
?Not yet rated

Salisbury Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL4 8QZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Prince Rock Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL4 9JF
?Not yet rated

Plymouth High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayPL4 6HT
?Not yet rated

Compton CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPL3 5JB

Last inspected: May 2021

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 Crime427 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

190 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

46 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

41 incidents (10%)

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Theft

30 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

28 incidents (7%)

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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