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Energy Performance Certificate

146a Devonport Road

PL1 5RF

PLYMOUTH

Current

D

62

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in PLYMOUTH, PL1 5RF. The property offers 106m² (1141 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £959, comprising £772 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2024 for £168,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 146a Devonport Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this PLYMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £959 are approximately £841 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 106m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

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 property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property62
Average63
-2% below
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vs PL1

This property62
Average64
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £313/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(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

146a Devonport Road

PL1 5RF

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

106.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

228 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Oct 2022

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). The PL1 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties. Like many PLYMOUTH properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£168,000

14 June 2024

Type: Terraced

+£30,500(+22.2%)

vs previous sale

£137,500

22 November 2019

Type: Terraced

+£2,500(+1.9%)

vs previous sale

£135,000

4 November 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 24.4% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£772.0/yr

Save £390/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£93.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Full secondary glazing

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling 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

Stoke Damerel Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPL1 5PA

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

UTC Plymouth

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPL1 4RL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Devonport High School for Boys

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayPL1 5QP
?Not yet rated

Morice Town Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL2 1RJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL1 4DJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Stoke Damerel Community College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPL3 4BD

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Scott Medical and Healthcare College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayPL3 4BD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

College Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL2 1NS

Last inspected: Feb 2018

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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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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