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Energy Performance Certificate

17 Whitley Close

TR1 1JW

Current

D

61

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in the TR1 1JW postcode area. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £827, comprising £471 for heating, £305 for hot water, and £51 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 17 Whitley Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this TR1 property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £827 are approximately £973 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 TR1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs TR1

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs TR1

This property61
Average62
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £23/year less than the TR1 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(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Aug 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

17 Whitley Close

TRURO

TR1 1JW

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

50.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

389 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Aug 2021

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £379 below the average, offering good value. The TR1 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£471.0/yr

Save £216/yr

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Hot Water

£305.0/yr

Save £138/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£51.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Archbishop Benson CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR1 1BN

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Good

Tregolls Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTR1 1LH

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

St Mary's CofE School, Truro

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTR1 3RJ

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

Bosvigo School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTR1 3BJ

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Penair School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayTR1 1TN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Truro Learning Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayTR1 3PQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Kea Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayTR3 6AY

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Shortlanesend School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayTR4 9DA

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: 452 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:452 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:181 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 Crime192 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

90 incidents (47%)

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Anti-social behaviour

37 incidents (19%)

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Public order

18 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

18 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

13 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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