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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Salcombe Road

PL4 7NE

PLYMOUTH

Current

D

56

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL4 7NE. The property offers 155m² (1668 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1604, comprising £1283 for heating, £187 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 6.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £292,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 14, Salcombe Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this PLYMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1604 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 155m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 6.9 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

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 property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property56
Average63
-11% below
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vs PL4

This property56
Average59
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £958/year more than the PLYMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Oct 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Salcombe Road

PL4 7NE

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

155.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

6.9 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

254 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Oct 2016

non marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £637 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PL4 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£292,000

26 October 2023

Type: Terraced

+£62,000(+27.0%)

vs previous sale

£230,000

3 February 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 27.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1283/yr

Save £328/yr

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Hot Water

£187/yr

Save £107/yr

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Lighting

37.0% low energy

£134/yr

Save £52/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 37% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lipson Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 7HW

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Lipson Co-operative Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 7PG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Salisbury Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 8QZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Plymouth High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPL4 6HT
?Not yet rated

Mount Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL4 8NZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL4 9BE

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Hyde Park Infants' School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL3 4RS
?Not yet rated

Hyde Park Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 4RH

Last inspected: Jun 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 Crime708 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

309 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

104 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

62 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

55 incidents (8%)

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Public order

54 incidents (8%)

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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